Variety International Star of the Year Award with Gerard Butler - DIFF 2009

The speaker reflects on personal growth and the challenges of acting, discussing the complexity of choosing roles and the fear of failure as a motivator. They share experiences of opting for more difficult roles, like playing a killer, to push personal boundaries and learn. The talk concludes with a humorous note on uncertainty.

How does the speaker describe their journey in terms of role selection?

• They find it repetitive.

• They find it boring.

• They find it increasingly challenging.

• They find it increasingly easy.

In 'Law Abiding Citizen', which role did the speaker initially consider?

• The defense attorney

• The killer

• The prosecutor

• The judge

What role did the speaker ultimately decide to play in 'Law Abiding Citizen'?

• The defense attorney

• The judge

• The prosecutor

• The killer

What emotion does the speaker cite as a significant motivator in their career?

• Desire for fame

• Fear of failure

• Need for approval

• Excitement

According to the speaker, what often pushes them forward in their career?

• A love for acting

• A need for approval

• A fear of being inadequate

• A desire to be famous