INTERVIEW - Suki Waterhouse, Ana Lily Amirpour on acting as an amputee at 'The Bad Batch' Interviews - 73rd Venice Film

The transcript discusses the importance of presence and body in acting, reflecting on personal experiences and internalization. It highlights the impact of physical constraints on performance, such as having an arm behind the back, which can induce fear and limit movement. The emotional and physical effects of these challenges are explored, including feelings of numbness and neck strain. The speaker shares their experience of seeking osteopathic treatment for recovery.

What aspect of acting does the speaker emphasize as being significant in their experience?

• Memorizing lines

• Presence and body

• Costume design

• Lighting and sound

How did the speaker describe the effect of having their arm restricted during the shoot?

• It made them more expressive

• It enhanced their performance

• It induced a fear instinct mode

• It improved their posture

What was the speaker's emotional state while portraying the character?

• Excited and energetic

• Numb and trapped

• Joyful and free

• Calm and relaxed

What physical issue did the speaker experience due to their acting posture?

• Foot pain

• Knee pain

• Back pain

• Neck problems

What did the speaker do to alleviate the physical discomfort experienced during the shoot?

• Went to an osteopath

• Took painkillers

• Practiced yoga

• Visited a chiropractor