|
Method acting isn't really tied to weight gain or loss. It is a process used by some actors to draw on his or her emotions, experiences and memories to flesh out the character they are playing.
It was pioneered by Konstantin Stanislavski (sometimes it's called the Stanislavski Method) and made popular in the US by Lee Stasberg at the Actor's Studio.
While DeNiro uses the Method, his weight gain for Raging Bull isn't completely attached to the Method.
That said, I think Charlize Theron was awesome in Monster and a large part of it was her dedication to "fleshing" out her role.
__________________
"My hands are on fire. Hands are on fire. Ain't got no more time for all you charlatans and liars."
- Old Man Luedecke
|