The IndieWire Honors Spring 2025 ceremony will pay tribute to outstanding TV creators and stars, showcasing their work through interviews prior to the Los Angeles event. Kathy Bates, at 76, receives the 2025 Vanguard award for her unforgettable performance in 'Matlock,' a nuanced reboot of the classic series. Drawing inspiration from conversations with Anthony Hopkins, Bates discusses the balance between thorough preparation and spontaneity in acting. While acknowledging the challenges of her role, she emphasizes the need for a diverse toolkit to truly embody her character, indicating a fresh take on the beloved franchise.
"It's interesting to me that [Hopkins] went from being fully prepared to letting it fly and staying in the moment. With this, I find I really have to do both; this is not your grandfather's 'Matlock.'"
"When he was doing 'The Father,' I had seen a lot of the interviews [Hopkins] was giving to the press. He was talking about being an actor who did extensive work on his characters and took tremendous notes on his scripts."
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