I enjoy doing things that involve research because it's part of what I enjoy about acting.
Michael SheenIn the case of two actors connecting with each other and trusting each other, our bodies have memories without us having to consciously think about it, so rather than think, "Oh, I must think about my daughter dying," you just let that go and trust that you have all the emotions you need in there, and by losing yourself in the scene, that stuff kicks in without having to spend the day thinking about horrific things happening to your own child.
Michael SheenI perceive and relate to the world through where I grew up; that's part of me. It's what I judge everything else against.
Michael SheenI suppose I've got a reputation for playing quite extreme characters and making them quite believable.
Michael SheenAnd so, in terms of setting the right tone and finding a way of presenting all of these things, that creates a cohesive whole and doesn't alienate the audience, is tough. That's a challenge. And I think the tone of a lot of shows is discovered through experimentation and actually making it. Eventually, it starts to cohere.
Michael Sheen