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Actresses Bond Over Method Acting & Career Journeys
30 Nov
Summary
- Virginie Efira learned Japanese for Ryusuke Hamaguchi's film.
- Chiara Mastroianni credits Melvil Poupaud for acting path.
- Actresses shared diverse acting methods from rigid to chaotic.
At the Marrakech Film Festival, actresses Virginie Efira and Chiara Mastroianni engaged in a candid conversation about their careers and craft. Efira revealed she learned Japanese for Ryusuke Hamaguchi's forthcoming Paris-shot film, "All of a Sudden," and described his unconventional shooting methods. Mastroianni spoke about the significant role Melvil Poupaud played in her decision to pursue acting, a path her parents had mixed reactions to.
The actresses contrasted their experiences with different directorial approaches. Mastroianni recounted Manoel de Oliveira's rigid, mathematical style, while Efira described Justine Triet's method as a form of inspired chaos. They also discussed their joint appearance in Rebecca Zlotowski's "Other People's Children," praising its nuanced portrayal of modern relationships.
Both stars also touched upon their evolving trajectories: Mastroianni's roots in arthouse cinema and Efira's transition from television to dramatic roles. Their exchange offered a compelling look at the diverse paths and artistic philosophies that shape careers in filmmaking.
