Chapter 1
The architecture of trust
Chapter 2
The vocabulary of action
Chapter 3
Global masters and their methods
YOUR GOAL
Master of The art of the whisper
Ch 2 · The vocabulary of action
andy The Vocabulary of Action
Give 'em action, give 'em action, Don't tell 'em how to feel.
andy Focusing on unspoken subtext, like a romantic breakup hidden beneath weather talk, helps actors deliver performances with genuine
andy An educational card outlining director and actor communication and Stanislavski's famous acting technique.
Fun Fact
Result directing: In professional directing, using adjectives like 'be angry' is called result directing and is widely considered the biggest mistake a director can make.
Glossary
action verb (noun)
A verb that expresses physical or mental action rather than a state of being. Judith Weston introduced these playable cues in October 1988 to improve communication between directors and actors.
A verb that expresses physical or mental action rather than a state of being. Judith Weston introduced these playable cues in October 1988 to improve communication between directors and actors.
Quiz
Which acting pioneer developed the 'psychological gesture' to trigger emotions through physical movement?
Quiz
Which legendary American director was famous for whispering private, deeply personal prompts to actors on set?
Quiz
Instead of telling an actor to 'be intimidating,' what might a director using active verbs say?