CLEAN : Cannes presents Michael Kohlhaas

The transcript discusses the speaker's initial meeting with Arnold and their radical approach to the script. It explores the character's nature, debating whether he is a hero, villain, or revolutionary, ultimately concluding he is radical. The speaker shares the challenges of acting in French and the importance of maintaining freedom as an actor. A pact was made to work tirelessly and not discuss scenes during shooting, emphasizing the need for actors to be free of words, akin to wearing a difficult hat.

What is the primary focus of the first section of the transcript?

• A personal anecdote about meeting a director

• A detailed analysis of a character

• A series of abstract and fragmented thoughts

• A discussion on the challenges of acting

How did Arnold respond to the speaker's suggestions during their first meeting?

• He consistently rejected all suggestions

• He was very receptive and open to changes

• He was indifferent to the suggestions

• He agreed to consider some suggestions

What does the speaker conclude about the character they played?

• The character is a clear hero

• The character is a comedic figure

• The character is a clear villain

• The character is neither a hero nor a villain

What challenge does the speaker mention about acting in French?

• It requires no additional effort

• It is similar to acting in Danish

• It is difficult due to language barriers

• It is easy and enjoyable

What metaphor does the speaker use to describe the difficulty of acting?

• Climbing a steep hill

• Wearing a heavy coat

• Wearing a difficult hat

• Crossing a wide river