That’s acting! vs. That’s acting?

Acting is a equal parts exhilarating and terrifying. The dreamlike thrill of being on stage or in front of the camera is difficult to explain, but it brings out characteristics in yourself you never knew you had or have always wanted to express. The feeling is infinitely sublime.

Then, there’s the terrifying aspect. What happens when we do something wrong from taking a chance or not understanding the deeper meaning of the character or situation? Did we go too far or not far enough?

For acclaimed actor Jake Gyllenhaal, he’s been through both ends of this spectrum, even during the same audition…

Sometimes, we need to fail in order to see our path forward with clarity before taking our next steps. Sometimes, we need to laugh at ourselves.

Either way, don’t disappoint Peter Jackson.

We’ve all been in “that room” before. Next time, just speak with a British accent and you should be good.