INTERVIEW: Ellen Barkin on being connected to her character in the film. (Footage by WireImage Video/Getty Images Entert

The transcript discusses the personal connection actors have with their characters, particularly focusing on the struggles and defensiveness of a female character. It delves into the impact of parental mistakes on children and the importance of acknowledging these mistakes. The conversation emphasizes the need for actors to connect with their roles to portray them honestly.

What is the main theme discussed in the first section regarding the character's connection?

• The universal need to be heard and understood

• The character's need for revenge

• The character's love for adventure

• The character's financial struggles

How does the speaker describe the character's mother?

• Distant and cold

• Loving and supportive

• Indifferent

• Overprotective

What impact does the speaker believe a distant mother had on the character?

• It made the character more adventurous

• It led to the character's defensive and paranoid behavior

• It encouraged the character to be more social

• It had no impact on the character

What personal challenge does the speaker discuss in the final section?

• Overcoming stage fright

• Balancing work and family life

• Confronting parental mistakes and their impact on children

• Managing financial responsibilities

Why does the speaker find it painful to play the role honestly?

• Because it is a very long role

• Because it involves confronting personal parental mistakes

• Because it requires a lot of physical effort

• Because it is a comedic role