During a recent fellowship speech at the British Film Institute, Tom Cruise highlighted the necessity for young actors to appreciate the behind-the-scenes work in filmmaking. He criticized film schools for not teaching the technical aspects that enhance an actor's performance, urging them to learn about cinematography, lighting, and editing. He shared his journey in gaining creative control during film productions and praised iconic actors like Brando and Nicholson for their deep understanding of the craft, emphasizing that such knowledge can substantially impact on-screen presence.
"Understand the art form to that degree. Brando absolutely understood lighting; all the greats did."
"It is important to understand the tools around you which can significantly affect your performance on screen."
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