New stars and old will always agree on the fact that the preparation for a role is by far the hardest yet most important part of a project undertaken. Some stars, like Christian Bale, for example, take that process to a whole new level with their discipline of method acting, a practice that has made him a living legend in the industry.
But there are stars that either aren’t required to go the extremes to play a part in a film, or they simply don’t believe in such harsh practices to get into character. Among the latter is the Riverdale alum Charles Melton, who revealed that he doesn’t believe in method acting when it causes harm to you and the people you care about.
Charles Melton Might Never Indulge In Method Acting Unlike Christian Bale
While method acting may sound like an extreme homage to the art of acting, it’s not for everyone to be comfortable with, even Christian Bale, who has made a name for himself with this practice, said that it’s too much for him to keep up with. Thus, when Charles Melton said he may never partake in this process, it didn’t come as a shock for many.
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In a recent interview profile with i-D, the Riverdale star talked about his latest Romance/Comedy film May December where he played the role of a father of three who had experienced a lot of trauma in his past.
Here, when asked if he would’ve liked to go through a method-acting phase for this role, he said that he didn’t as he didn’t like the idea of hurting your mental and physical well-being, and in the process, others who care for you. He said:
“I do have certain exercises that can separate the character from myself, and as I’m discovering how I like to work, I’m finding my technicality means I have the freedom to just let go. I don’t need to suffer. The idea of causing suffering and pain to others around you, in order to tell your story for the character… That is not my cup of chamomile tea.”
While he may not take it to the absolute limits and beyond in method acting as The Dark Knight star does, Melton still gave a wonderful performance in his latest film, which has created a buzz around the star for being in the race for an Academy Award nomination.
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What Was May December About?
A film that was highly praised by critics and film experts alike, May December tells the tale of actions and consequences that ensue, leading to both constructive and destructive outcomes.
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It tells the tale of actress Elizabeth Berry, who arrives at the residence of the Yoos, a family consisting of three children and a couple. Berry is here to research and understand Gracie Atherton-Yoo, who she will be portraying in her upcoming film. But as she dives deeper into her research, she finds herself figuring out how past actions may have lasting consequences for you and the people around you.
May December, streaming on Netflix.
