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The Profile: Larry Page’s money man & Hollywood’s favorite gangster

The Profile • 198 implied HN points • 13 Oct 24
🎭️ Culture Film Theater Acting Literature Music
  1. Al Pacino is a master actor known for playing memorable villains. His performance in roles like Michael Corleone is often seen as a benchmark for acting excellence.
  2. Pacino believes that to truly act, one must absorb the character deeply, allowing their personality to emerge rather than merely pretending to be someone else.
  3. Creating great art means connecting emotionally with the audience. If you tap into real feelings, your work can resonate much more and leave a lasting impact.

From the pine wood to Pinewood

The Fry Corner • 2817 implied HN points • 19 Apr 24
🎭️ Culture Performing Arts Literature Writing Acting Entertainment
  1. Switching between acting and writing makes for an interesting career, and each role has its perks. Acting often provides a more social and relaxed environment compared to the solitary nature of writing.
  2. There’s a sense of longing for the other role while doing one, showing how each path has its own joys and challenges. It’s like wanting warm cookies when you’re eating cake.
  3. Having the option to choose between acting and writing is seen as a privilege, highlighting the flexibility in one’s career choices. It's great to have different ways to express creativity.

Why don’t you try typing?

Austin Kleon • 4056 implied HN points • 09 Jan 24
📚 Literature Writing Storytelling Acting Creativity Books
  1. Writing can feel really difficult, and it often brings back memories of hard school assignments. It's important to remember that writing doesn't have to be a punishment; it can also be a creative and enjoyable process.
  2. Like the actors who approach their roles differently, we can also choose how we face challenges in our creative work. Sometimes, maybe we just need to jump in and start, rather than overthink it.
  3. Getting caught up in complicated planning can make us feel stuck. Instead, putting our fingers to the keyboard and just typing can help us make real progress on our ideas.

i was a murder mystery dinner theater actor

Both Are True • 357 implied HN points • 15 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Theater Acting Entertainment Performing
  1. Participating in a murder mystery dinner theater can be a thrilling and unique experience, blending acting with interactive storytelling.
  2. Stepping into a different persona at work or in social situations can bring a sense of liberation and freedom from societal expectations.
  3. Embracing the opportunity to be whoever you want to be every day can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling existence.
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I'm Tom Hanks

Opaque Hourglass • 279 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
🎭️ Culture Celebrity Film Self-discovery Dreams Acting
  1. A chance encounter with a celebrity like Tom Hanks can lead to unexpected opportunities and self-reflection.
  2. Sometimes in life, we regret missed opportunities and wish we had acted differently in the moment.
  3. Celebrity encounters and dreams can make us reflect on our own identity and the nature of self-perception.

A Quick Update

Squarknotes • 176 implied HN points • 19 May 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Writing Acting Goals Dreams
  1. The author's debut novel 'Cover Story' was a hit and the paperback version is now available.
  2. The author has been busy writing various projects, including novels, a nonfiction book, and a short story.
  3. The author is pursuing goals and dreams, including learning directing, acting, and horseback riding, after a health wake-up call.

Writing As Performance

Castalia • 179 implied HN points • 12 Jul 23
🎭️ Culture Performing Arts Writing Storytelling Acting Creativity
  1. Writing should be a heartfelt expression, not just about craft or style. It’s important to connect with your audience sincerely.
  2. Courage and honesty are key in both acting and writing. Pushing through discomfort makes the performance more engaging.
  3. The physical presence in performance is different from writing, but both should strive to create a genuine and relatable experience for the audience.

Oscars 2023: Let's Do This

Aerial Shot • 0 implied HN points • 10 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Film Acting Awards Entertainment
  1. The author enjoys the Oscars and is excited about predicting the winners in various categories.
  2. The author provides insights on potential winners for categories like Best Animated Feature and Best International Film.
  3. The author shares thoughts on front-runners for major awards like Best Director and Best Picture.