Being present is the actorโs job. Being aware of your body, in space, and the emotions that are occurring inside, is essential. Well, quite simply, the more aware one is-of yourself, of your surroundings, of other people-the more likely you are to respond truthfully.
Sandra OhHollywood likes to put actors in boxes, and it likes to put Asian actors in really small boxes.
Sandra OhI don't get jobs in films by auditioning. I'm not blonde. You can't place me in movies the way you can with certain actors. It's very difficult for my agents.
Sandra Oh