Ep 9. Kevin Spacey
- TV-14
- July 2, 2000
Kevin Spacey takes a seat on the famous stage of Inside the Actors Studio for season 6 episode 9. The episode delves into Spacey's life and career, from his early beginnings in theater to his Academy Award-winning performances on the big screen.
Host James Lipton begins with questions about Spacey's childhood, including his parents' divorce and his mother's encouragement of his acting pursuits. Spacey reflects on how those early experiences shaped him as an actor and a person.
The conversation then turns to Spacey's time studying theater at Juilliard, where he honed his craft and learned from some of the industry's best teachers. Lipton and Spacey discuss the challenges of being a young actor trying to make it in New York City, as well as the exhilaration of performing live on stage.
Spacey also discusses some of his most iconic film roles, including his Oscar-winning performance in American Beauty and his unforgettable turn as the villainous Verbal Kint in The Usual Suspects. He shares his insights into the process of preparing for a role, from researching real-life people to finding the right physicality for a character.
Throughout the episode, Spacey brings his trademark wit and charm to the conversation, often joking and teasing Lipton in a lighthearted way. But he also delves into some of the deeper aspects of acting, such as the relationship between the actor and the director, and the importance of vulnerability and emotional openness in creating a believable performance.
As the episode draws to a close, Lipton asks Spacey the show's famous series of questions, including "What's your favorite curse word?" and "What profession other than your own would you like to attempt?" Spacey's answers reveal more about his sense of humor and his passion for the arts.
Overall, season 6 episode 9 of Inside the Actors Studio with Kevin Spacey is an engaging and insightful conversation between two masters of their craft. Fans of Spacey's work, as well as aspiring actors and anyone interested in the art of performance, will find plenty to enjoy in this episode.
