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Here is an article that talks about acting methods that Jack Nicholson uses. It focuses on the idea that he needs to know a character inside and out before portraying them, and how he embraces spontaneity while trusting his gut.
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actingmagazine.com/2025/03/what...
What Acting Method Does Jack Nicholson Use?
What Acting Method Does Jack Nicholson Use? Jack Nicholson is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors in the history of cinema. His career spans over six decades, during which he has
actingmagazine.com
February 17, 2026 at 8:14 PM
Here is a video of Jack Nicholson prepping for the ax/bathroom scene in The Shining. In the video he is jumping around and shouting with the ax to try to get into the physical state and headspace of his character. @cfuchstv2.bsky.social #304Sp26
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Jack Nicholson preppin' for The Shining
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February 17, 2026 at 8:10 PM
This article talks about the transition from "pop star" music artist to actor, and how Ariana Grande successfully does this in Wicked and Wicked: For Good. #304Sp26 @cfuchstv2.bsky.social

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‘Wicked: For Good’ Proves Ariana Grande Is a Movie Star
Glinda Upland’s second outing, in “Wicked: For Good” proves that “Wicked: Part I” was no fluke
variety.com
February 10, 2026 at 11:38 PM
- This article talks about Ariana Grande’s preparation for the role of Glinda in Wicked #304Sp26 @cfuchstv2.bsky.social

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February 10, 2026 at 11:05 PM
After doing a bit of digging, I think I want to narrow my topic down to:
what preparing for a film role can look like and/or how playing a character can change the actor.
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February 10, 2026 at 10:54 PM
I would like to research acting as my topic. Possibly how it's changed over time, or what makes a great film actor. @cfuchstv2.bsky.social #304Sp26
February 5, 2026 at 10:54 PM