Margot Robbie Talks About "Embodying" Tonya Harding's Spirit | TIFF 2017

The video discusses the extensive training and preparation required to replicate the looks from skate competitions, focusing on makeup, costume, and embodying the spirit rather than exact likeness. It highlights the challenges of ice skating, comparing it to ballet in terms of the effort needed to make it look effortless.

What was the primary focus of the training before starting the project?

• Developing acting skills

• Improving physical fitness

• Replicating skate competition looks

• Learning to skate

What was emphasized more than just replicating Tonya's appearance?

• Improving skating techniques

• Embodying Tonya's spirit

• Creating new costumes

• Developing new makeup styles

What role did the department heads play in the project?

• They designed the skating routines

• They handled the marketing

• They managed the filming schedule

• They ensured accurate replication of looks

How is ice skating compared to ballet in the transcript?

• Both require strength and endurance

• Both need to look effortless

• Both involve complex choreography

• Both are performed on ice

What was underestimated about ice skating according to the transcript?

• The cost of training

• The availability of coaches

• The time required to learn

• The difficulty of the sport