Elle Fanning, known for her ability to inhabit a wide range of characters, recently shared the secrets of her approach to preparing for complex roles. In an exclusive interview, the actress revealed the methods that help her achieve depth and believability in her acting.
“Preparing for each role for me is like diving into another world. I start by studying the script carefully, trying to understand the motivations and emotions of my character. This helps me build their inner world and understand how they react to different situations,” says Fanning.
One of the key aspects of her preparation is working with the director and other actors. Elle places a lot of emphasis on rehearsals, which allow her to experiment with different performance options and better understand her scene partners. “It’s important for me to feel supported and understood by my colleagues. Discussing scenes and characters with the director and co-stars helps me to deeply immerse myself in the role and find the right emotional tones,” she adds.
Fanning also focuses on physical preparation and learning new skills necessary for the role. For example, for one of her projects, the actress studied piano and the basics of ballet in order to convey her character as accurately as possible. “I believe that physical preparation is inseparable from emotional preparation. When you feel confident in the movements of your character, it adds depth to your performance,” Elle emphasizes.
The actress also admits that each new role requires her to leave her comfort zone and learn something new. “It’s always a challenge, but this is how I grow as a professional. I love this process of discovery and dedication for the sake of art,” Fanning concludes.
Elle Fanning continues to inspire with her talent and serious approach to work, proving that the true mastery of an actor lies in continuous self-improvement and searching for new boundaries in the art of acting.
