Embrace the Moment: Trusting Instincts Over Choices in Acting

Brian Cutler advocates for a natural, moment-to-moment approach to acting, drawing inspiration from Laurence Olivier’s philosophy of simply being present in the scene. He praises Charles Eric Conrad's process, which emphasizes working from impulses and trusting the body's innate responses. Cutler urges actors to resist making rigid choices, instead allowing the universe to guide their reactions and letting authentic emotions emerge organically, as this openness brings depth and truth to each performance.

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