HOW TO CRY LIKE AN ACTOR

THE ART OF CRYING ON COMMAND!

For some actors, crying on cue must be one of the hardest things to do when acting. That is quite understandable because it’s not you crying; it is the character that is crying. Well, that’s where you’re wrong.
Remember that you are the character, and the character is you. To cry like an actor on set is an impressive skill that can bring depth and realism to a character’s portrayal. So let’s go through a few techniques on how to cry like an actor.

• Allow Vulnerability:

  Don’t be scared to look ugly in front of the camera. It’s okay to let go of your inhibitions and open yourself up to the character’s emotions. Let yourself feel deeply, and remember that vulnerability is a necessary strength in acting; that is one of the ways to cry like an actor.

• Feel Your Character:

  Before you can cry like an actor, it’s important to deeply understand and empathize with the character you’re portraying. Remember their backstory, motivations, and emotions. When you completely engage yourself in the character’s life, it becomes easier to tap into the emotional depth necessary to cry like an actor.

• Relax and focus:

  Relax yourself and focus on your reasons for crying. Do you relate to the character? What exactly is the situation? Does the character deserve whatever is given to him or her? Is it a cry of joy or a cry of sadness? Become the character and understand yourself.

• Use Your Imagination:

  Once you can feel the character, imagine yourself in the character’s shoes. Imagine the environment. Is the air cold or warm? Put yourself in an imaginary scenario that would stir intense emotion in you. This will bring the tears, and you can cry like an actor.

Conclusion:

Of course, these are just a few techniques to help you cry like an actor. Here at Del-York Creative Academy, the internationally acclaimed film school in Lagos, we teach many filmmaking courses. And acting is just one of them. We can show you more techniques and even help you experience the feeling of being in front of the camera.

Are you prepared to have this remarkable skill that can help with auditions and performances? You can register for the upcoming session on our website, www.delyorkcreative.academy. You can also actively engage with us on our Instagram page, @delyorkcreativeacademy. Our customer service lines are +234 814 000 0498, +234 703 609 0330, and +234 904 721 8313. We are on standby to answer any questions you may have.

written by Folasola Sodiq