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 were the initial reactions of the director to the suggestions made by the speaker?

In what way does the speaker feel about the character after portraying him?

How does the speaker describe the character they portrayed?

What challenges did the speaker face while working in French?

What was the pact made between the speaker and the director during filming?