Episode 118 - Building Confidence on and Off Camera
In this episode of the Faith and Family Filmmakers Podcast, host Matt Chastain continues his conversation with acting coach David Thompson. They discuss the essence of acting as an expression of truth and passion, drawing parallels with biblical teachings. The discussion highlights the importance of stepping out of comfort zones, the differences between stage and film acting, and the challenges Christian actors face in balancing their craft with self-promotion in the social media age. They also touch upon the common issues in Christian films and the significance of collaborating with skilled filmmakers to elevate projects. The episode is filled with insights on how actors can develop their craft while honoring their faith and purpose.
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Bio:
David Thompson is an actor, acting coach, and life results coach. You may have seen him in Law and Order and The Good Wife, as well as some feature films and several theatre productions. David loves to hike and can voice about 100 different voiceover characters and famous people. David teaches “The Thompson Approach” to mastering the art of acting. He lives in Michigan with his family.
https://davidthompsoncoaching.co
www.youtube.com/@DavidThompsonlive
youtube.com/@thompsonapproachacademy
youtube.com/@reelactorsrealanswers
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The Faith & Family Filmmakers podcast helps filmmakers who share a Christian worldview stay in touch, informed, and inspired. Releasing new episodes every week, we interview experts from varying fields of filmmaking; from screenwriters, actors, directors, and producers, to film scorers, talent agents, and distributors.
It is produced and hosted by Geoffrey Whitt and Jaclyn Whitt , and is brought to you by the Faith & Family Filmmakers...
