I feel I do my best work when it's all there on the page, and I feel that the character is very vivid as I read the script and I'm not having to create stuff and trying to cobble together something. If I have to do that, then I don't entirely trust what I'm doing.

Summary

This quote reflects the belief that the best work is produced when the script provides a vivid and complete portrayal of the character. The speaker states that when the necessary elements are already on the page, they feel more confident in their performance. In contrast, if they must create missing aspects or force disjointed pieces together, doubt arises. The quote promotes the idea that a well-written script allows actors to fully embody their characters and bring them to life more authentically.

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