Acting for Film [Paperback]

Cathy Haase (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 2003

In this must-have guide for aspiring performers, a veteran film actor shares her secrets for success when performing for film and television.

Aspiring film and television actors will discover exercises for relaxing the face to achieve maximum expressiveness; maintaining proper eye focus in front of the camera and conveying the "beats" of a scene, even in the shortest takes. They'll also learn tested techniques for adapting to the styles of different directors; modulating voice and breath for maximum effect; preparing for the first day on the set; enduring multiple takes and on-the-set waiting; and much, much more. For any performer who intends to make a living in front of the camera, Acting for Film is the most authoritative resource!

Editorial Reviews

Review

“When a successful triple-hyphenate offers practical advice on how to break into ‘the Biz,’ you listen. Read this book. If you’ve ever dreamed of trying your luck in Hollywood, it’s well worth your time.”

(Elliot Stahler of Kaplan, Stahler, Gumer Agency )

About the Author

Cathy Haase has been acting professionally for over 20 years. A faculty member at the School of Visual Arts and a workshop leader for the Actors Studio, she lives in New York City.

Product Details

• Paperback: 240 pages
• Publisher: Allworth Press (January 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581152523
• ISBN-13: 978-1581152524
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #139,428 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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10 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative, thorough guide to Acting, May 11, 2005

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The Beatnik Standard (Nashville, TN) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Acting for Film (Paperback)

This is one of the most comprehensive and thorough guides to Acting out there. It covers all the bases from inner voice, to auditions, to the making of a film and the performers role. By following the essentials in this guidebook, any aspiring craftsman in the performing arts will excel in their field. They will thoroughly understand how their body is the instrument of the performance and develop the skills to step into each characters skin. Highly recommended.

8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All the nitty-gritty details . . ., April 25, 2003

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Robert J. Lyons (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Acting for Film (Paperback)

Acting is hard work, one of the most emotionally and mentally demanding professions in the world. This book clearly and honestly delves into all the nitty-gritty details of the actors process when acting in front of a camera (and the crew behind it).

From the private moments of preparation, through collaborative efforts of production, and even the difficulties and pleasures of viewing the results, Cathy Hasse misses nothing in this informative and helpful guide. She clearly explains all of the hard "work" that goes into making acting look so easy and natural.

As a filmmaker, I was really amazed at her presentation of the entire filmmaking process from the Actor's perspective. It was unique, accurate and illuminating.

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Practical Guide to Acting in Front of the Camera, February 28, 2004

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Donna Grayson "Donna G. Grayson" (Los Angeles, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Acting for Film (Paperback)

"Acting for Film" is a very good book for actors who want to know how to act in front of the camera. It covers alot of practical knowledge such as the audition process, reading a script and creating your character. Also covered is what is expected during the film shoot both for big-budget and low-budget films. This book will teach you what acting in front of a camera is all about. A "must have" book for all aspiring film actors.