Quote by Terry O'Quinn

I don't think I could play a character that I couldn't relate to somehow. I'm not unfamiliar with frustration, anger, shame, helplessness and a load of other emotions that make up our psycho-soup. I try to focus on that frustration, that sense of unfairness, and multiply it.

I don't think I could play a character that I couldn't relat

Summary

This quote highlights the actor's approach to portraying characters on screen. They emphasize the importance of being able to relate to the character in order to deliver an authentic performance. Drawing from their own experiences of various emotions, they seek to tap into feelings of frustration, anger, shame, and helplessness that are part of the human psyche. By understanding and expanding upon these emotions, the actor aims to bring a heightened sense of these feelings into their portrayal, effectively conveying the complexity of the character's situation.

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