Bryan Cranston on Auditions, Acting, Jealousy, and Working in Entertainment

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  • @tyler460
    @tyler460 6 років тому +281

    really good acting advice: your here to do a job, not get a job.

  • @MarkAlanEffinger
    @MarkAlanEffinger 5 років тому +107

    This is beautifully poetic and so-so true!
    I read an article of his a few years ago, just after Breaking Bad had finished. He said: "All I wanted to do was work. It didn't matter WHAT the work was. As long as I could get up every day and get to work, I knew I would make it." - Yeah, man, you've made it. YOu've most definitely made it.

  • @SpurgeonPerkins
    @SpurgeonPerkins 6 років тому +219

    I love thinking about this as SERVING THE CASTING DIRECTOR'S NEED. I want them to think, "Yes! Thank you for helping me!" It makes me feel like we're a team.

  • @fuzzypanda1684
    @fuzzypanda1684 3 роки тому +64

    I will be watching this many times. The concept of not having an attachment to outcome is so important, yet so hard to maintain when you're dealing with constant rejection. Confidence is the single most important asset you can have, yet it's so hard to maintain when you have so many events happen that shake or shatter it. Keeping your confidence and detachment to outcome when you've gotten nothing but rejection, and keeping the thoughts of "if I'm so good and have so much to offer, why do I keep getting turned down and rejected, and why does no one want anything to do with me" from taking over is incredibly hard, yet so important.
    This doesn't apply just to acting, this applies to everything, dating, self worth etc. Keeping those negative thoughts out is a skill all unto itself, and damn if it isn't so hard to do so when they're essentially telling you facts. "If you're so desirable, how come every girl you talk to wants nothing to do with you? Why are your online dating apps completely void of replies? It's been 8 months, and you haven't even gotten a date, why do you still think you're so great and desirable?"
    The funny thing is, success is what gives you the ability to push those thoughts aside and keep going, if you don't have any success, those voices get louder and your ability to keep going gets weaker and weaker.

    • @marceloaguirree
      @marceloaguirree 2 роки тому

      i think thats why theres this thought that says that winners win and loosers keep losing

    • @LamixFace
      @LamixFace Рік тому +1

      Damn, real good points. I think David Goggins said something like, if you don't do the work then there is no confidence. So we definitely can't delude ourselves into thinking we're great value if we aren't keeping fit, improving our skills, etc (not saying that's you). So I guess we have to keep refining ourselves, our approach, and make sure we really are offering good value whilst practicing the quiet confidence and detaching from the outcome.

  • @justinwilliams566
    @justinwilliams566 4 роки тому +191

    This is the exact video I needed to see today. As a young actor, in college, I am always talking down to myself. I see the talent around me and how competitive our industry is... and I frankly get angry. Stay grateful and honest and positive. I know many of you have the same feelings I do. I hope my little venting on the internet related to someone and made you feel less alone as an artist and person. :)

    • @MH-be6hr
      @MH-be6hr 2 роки тому +10

      This applies equally to other lines of work in competitive fields.

    • @JoshuaCastillo6309
      @JoshuaCastillo6309 2 роки тому +4

      Feeling alone as an artist can be both a curse and blessing. Curse because most won’t notice you, blessing because your vision is unique and stands out.

    • @cpl.barbarusc4814
      @cpl.barbarusc4814 Рік тому

      Honestly, you got a point a very valuable point. I really want but want to get into acting because honestly I really just want to have the ability yo become someone else, but I'm really kind of impatient and I really hate being interrupted while trying to perform, as well as to control my real life emotions while performing.

  • @Yellow-Rose
    @Yellow-Rose 5 років тому +21

    The gift he's talking about is the performance or portrayal of the character. If the directors or producers don't like your gift then they'll choose another actor who better suits their ideal. When he talks about confidence he's talking about the same thing- your confidence at who you think the character is and being able to present that.

  • @seliavlak
    @seliavlak 2 роки тому +16

    As an actress who's struggling developing that Actor's Arrogance... This completely changes my perspective. I feel actually relieved.
    Make your dreams reality everyone. And enjoy your craft. We chose a beautiful one ❤️🥂

    • @berenicemann2976
      @berenicemann2976 Рік тому

      There's a big difference between confidence and arrogance - noone likes the latter!

  • @PaulGuerraClips
    @PaulGuerraClips 7 років тому +362

    So much wisdom in a few minutes. That’s why he’s so successful! Higher frequency of thought

    • @jessicarises8980
      @jessicarises8980 6 років тому +2

      Paul Guerra YUP. It's about your vibration. Be at a high frequency!

    • @AndrewFerrer3d
      @AndrewFerrer3d 6 років тому +2

      How come there's so much spiritual talk like this these days? I love it, but it's confusing since nobody was talking about it before I started becoming more aware of these things like a year or two ago, and now it's literally everywhere. Am I creating this or did it exist before as well but my eyes were drawn past it since I knew nothing about it??

    • @tristanburton3554
      @tristanburton3554 5 років тому

      Luv his acting but hate his libatard politics, lol.

    • @Haddonfield63
      @Haddonfield63 5 років тому +4

      AndrewFerrer3d maybe you just weren’t conscious of it to the extent that you are now

    • @mft7530
      @mft7530 5 років тому

      Or maybe he had a realization or insight that worked for him. That insight isn’t going to work for anyone else. It’s HIS alone.

  • @CameronLeeVitug
    @CameronLeeVitug 2 роки тому +8

    Thank you for sharing this. This is the advice that every actor needs in order to grow and develop the right way. The trap is falling into a place of anger/resentment when you try to hold on to an outcome.

  • @timely4805
    @timely4805 4 роки тому +15

    Had the pleasure of working with him earlier this year, great dude!!!!

  • @boreilly82
    @boreilly82 2 роки тому +5

    I'm not an actor but I have held this advice with me for every job interview I've had over the last few years. Great advice.

  • @crypto_div
    @crypto_div 6 років тому +152

    This man makes me want to quit my job and become an actor

    • @tristanburton3554
      @tristanburton3554 5 років тому +14

      Don't give up your day job....too many starving actors in Hollywood as it is, lol.

    • @Z3AL316
      @Z3AL316 5 років тому +55

      DivXMaN no do it, go after it go get it if your serious about it. Fuck too many starving actors fuck all that those are just bullshit excuses. Yea it’s gonna be hard as hell but it can be done so go after it ignore all the nay sayers

    • @lenate7247
      @lenate7247 5 років тому +19

      @@Z3AL316 I agree with you but also there's playing stupid and playing smart. Quit your job to pursue something you're not sure is for you is stupid. Quiting a job to pursue something that you know you will enjoy LONG TERM and are willing to put your heart and soul in is smart. ALWAYS have a plan B and never burn your bridges. You never know what the future holds and it's better to be safe than sorry. By all means though, if acting is what you want to do and pursue and you know you can do it regardless of what what people say about it than go for it!

    • @best4businesswrestling
      @best4businesswrestling 5 років тому

      DivXMaN Chase your dreams or let them die young.

    • @yellowjackets1
      @yellowjackets1 5 років тому +10

      keep your job for the money, to waste on acting classes and then auditions you can totally do it

  • @bobbycurrey1333
    @bobbycurrey1333 4 роки тому +38

    Lots of people say that this only applies to acting. This exact mentality of selling yourself confidently applies to EVERYTHING you want to do professionally.

  • @GentlyGiantGames
    @GentlyGiantGames 6 років тому +39

    It's funny it's so true in a lot of other professions as well. Especially in freelance illustration and 3D work. When you know what you have to offer and present it to a potential client it goes much further. I've gotten a lot of work when I realized the same and when you don't get the job it's not a big deal. When they sense that "Hey I need the money, I need this job." vibe, your professional appearance drops so much.

  • @ZachVanHarrisJR
    @ZachVanHarrisJR 6 років тому +41

    This can be applicable to many levels of professional, social, academic life. One friend said they even use this approach for relationships. Peace and one love ✌❤ - Zach Van Harris JR

    • @Latigo
      @Latigo 5 років тому +1

      Zach Van Harris JR: are you Zach Van Harris JR?

  • @marcalvarez4890
    @marcalvarez4890 3 роки тому +22

    I dont act, im not an actor, but i watched his whole talk and learned a LOT about how to live a good healthy life.
    Thanks .

  • @wesblake64
    @wesblake64 2 роки тому +1

    bruh this video needs a million views. Dropping gems!!

  • @thomasinlockwood_
    @thomasinlockwood_ 4 роки тому +59

    I really wanted a job in a play that would have been a game changer on my acting CV, I thought I nailed the audition. I just found out I didn't get the role and I'm honestly gutted. This video really helped, thanks for uploading it.

    • @Gollypon
      @Gollypon  4 роки тому +4

      thanks for watching it and leaving a good comment yo!

  • @100pcRenewables
    @100pcRenewables 5 років тому +4

    It really makes you wonder - why would anyone downvote this. It is pure gold.

  • @amrendennor6961
    @amrendennor6961 5 років тому +62

    Great actors are always so outstandingly intelligent

  • @estelaa2021
    @estelaa2021 5 років тому +5

    This is so understated. Such a common thing for people to go through - he processed it beautifully, so that I in turn could also see it. Thank you for uploading this!!!

    • @Gollypon
      @Gollypon  5 років тому +1

      No problem! You’re very welcome :)

  • @obiestill5785
    @obiestill5785 2 роки тому +1

    His advice reminds me of a person whose mind has been touched by the Bhagavad Gita. Very sage advice.❤️

  • @CleeraNeshay
    @CleeraNeshay 3 роки тому +1

    This is soooooo True!!! I notice when i present myself as my true self and I'm just happy to be there to do my part, not worrying about getting the job or anything but i simply am just enjoying the process or enjoying my part, when my spirit is calm, not in the state of need, either in an audition or interview I more then likley to get the job

  • @jayeshchaudhary7735
    @jayeshchaudhary7735 Рік тому +1

    Thank you sir for this amazing advises

  • @bcaprari
    @bcaprari Рік тому

    This is the best, most honest advice I've heard in a while, and it can be applied to anything. I'm 36 and love making art and music as well as acting, but for years I've neglected all of those things that have brought me enjoyment and instead focused on getting a "professional" career that I never really wanted to do anyway. I just decided to go into healthcare because it was job security, but after several years its burned me out and now I'm at a crossroads. I just want get a regular day job and dive back into the arts, but I'm still afraid of rejection and failure, that it's too late. Bryan didn't get cast as Hal until he was 40, and didn't get the role of a lifetime as Walt until he was 50. It's never too late. Its great advice that I'll try to remember; whatever it is you love, do it with no expectations of "getting" the job, work hard, develop confidence in your craft, and as long as you enjoy it, that's success in and of itself.

  • @Latigo
    @Latigo 5 років тому +3

    Wiser words have never been spoken.

  • @mikefp4829
    @mikefp4829 5 років тому +6

    So much words that I actually always cherish for years already! Talents is a gift and gift is a responsibility where this responsibility is to share your art with the rest of the world to inspire the people to listen to theIr own self , theIr true self, their SOUL! Once this ability is optimized nothing take you down, nothing! Your soul is your best friend, your best adviser, your best psy, your best everything... Because the singularity of your persona will be by this time accepted and understood.

  • @polarproductionsofficial
    @polarproductionsofficial 3 роки тому +1

    this is exactly what i needed to hear, it felt like he was speaking directly to me because these are things i’m constantly thinking about how to perfect. bryan cranston has so much wisdom and it probably would’ve taken me years to figure it out on my own

  • @g4gpowerinyourposition545
    @g4gpowerinyourposition545 5 років тому +7

    I love this approach to stepping into opportunities

  • @marcushenness6437
    @marcushenness6437 6 років тому +54

    Every audition should be like James Spader in the office.

    • @joshuaellison6356
      @joshuaellison6356 4 роки тому +6

      @Okay Elmas Do I look like an actor that would waste your time Marty? Don't be a fool.

  • @alexandervue9464
    @alexandervue9464 5 років тому +5

    The best thing I've heard in a long time

  • @taylorMFilms
    @taylorMFilms 6 років тому +4

    This is some of the best advice there is. It applies not just to acting but to all aspects of film and tv. Maybe all working relationships.

  • @dannycage88
    @dannycage88 Рік тому

    Beautiful insight. Adding to my toolbox! 🙏🏽

  • @MH-be6hr
    @MH-be6hr 2 роки тому +1

    Good advice for any job interview.

  • @munishmanjunath
    @munishmanjunath 6 років тому +6

    Thank you so much for uploading & sharing this video!!

    • @Gollypon
      @Gollypon  6 років тому

      No problem, you're welcome!

  • @deuteros
    @deuteros 3 роки тому +3

    Confidence and motivation are there when you really want the job, independently of prior conditions.

  • @fedemorelli1572
    @fedemorelli1572 5 років тому +1

    Save it and watch it again. Just great. Relaxing. I love to watch someone giving tricks and experiences to really help.

  • @finnianjoyce-velez8079
    @finnianjoyce-velez8079 5 років тому +1

    I think what he talks about with owning who you are and what you’re capable of, I work with so many people who are unsure of their skill or unable to see what they’re capable of when we audition when I’ve seen them work. I enter an audition with 2 specific mindsets firstly the line “enter every city as though you were its firstborn master” and that I’m not anything and have no entitlement to anything, working is its own privilege. All I need is a chance to prove myself, and that fact that I’m always fighting’s exhilarating. It reminds your alive. That first line always comes off as arrogant, but it never is. It’s a way of understanding that I’m there for a reason, that I’m fully capable of rising to the challenge. It gives meaning to a process in which the actor has no control

  • @jaredgrant9201
    @jaredgrant9201 2 роки тому

    This video was great. I really needed this today. Bryan is an incredible actor. Bravo

  • @sherryrichards5769
    @sherryrichards5769 2 роки тому +2

    I love everything about this! Absolutely great stuff and should be part of not just actors, but everyone’s self help tool kit! Especially for us actors…Let go. We’re here to do a job not get a job. Be happy for the person who gets it because it was for them to have. 🙌🏽

  • @PC-eu4xj
    @PC-eu4xj 2 роки тому

    This is incredible advice. Very well put and eloquently said.

  • @matthewconway1494
    @matthewconway1494 2 роки тому

    I needed this, I appreciate you posting this.

  • @TheCuriousAsian
    @TheCuriousAsian 4 роки тому +2

    This changed my whole perspective. Thank you Bryan

  • @GrantTarredus
    @GrantTarredus 3 роки тому

    This is GORGEOUS wisdom and philosophy which need by no means apply only to actors.

  • @AnitaLauren
    @AnitaLauren 7 років тому +19

    Thanks! He's wonderful! I'm an aspiring actor and really love to learn!

    • @cemctwinley6920
      @cemctwinley6920 6 років тому +3

      you're an actor

    • @AnitaLauren
      @AnitaLauren 6 років тому +1

      yes :)

    • @doreinpaulemmanuel3614
      @doreinpaulemmanuel3614 6 років тому

      Where you from if I may ask.

    • @liquidbraino
      @liquidbraino 3 роки тому +1

      Try to find a documentary called "Theaters Best Kept Secret", if you can. It's hard to find but definitely worth watching, especially if you love to learn.

    • @Anita_Lauren
      @Anita_Lauren 3 роки тому

      @@liquidbraino Thanks :)

  • @Weensy
    @Weensy 3 роки тому

    this is so good, always loved him in the movies, now i love him even more

  • @joshuacastro206
    @joshuacastro206 Рік тому

    Wow, think of auditions as not getting a job, but doing your job! Confidence, Consistency and discipline are keys in life!

  • @isaacruddell9942
    @isaacruddell9942 3 роки тому

    I hope I remember this! It's worth reminding myself

  • @yeeeha5674
    @yeeeha5674 5 років тому +2

    Very good to sit and listen to this, seems to have great sensibilities as an actor and an outstanding one at that :)

  • @JuiceHasser
    @JuiceHasser 6 років тому +2

    Gollypon, whoever the fuck you are. From the bottom of my heart thank you for taking the time to record this and then sharing it to us. Thank you

    • @Gollypon
      @Gollypon  Рік тому

      yoo im just a dumb gay guy but ur very welcome juice!! just saw this now hehe

  • @mr.j7162
    @mr.j7162 3 роки тому

    much respect sir cranston the legend, much love and infinite respect for these golden words

  • @davidstepakoff
    @davidstepakoff 3 роки тому

    Brilliant, utter brilliance.

  • @sunilkumarnayak8043
    @sunilkumarnayak8043 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much.

  • @ajtheva6694
    @ajtheva6694 2 роки тому

    I'm a voice actor, I always doubt myself and am surrounded by absolutely talented people. But after watching this... I feel like I've gained a little more confidence in my abilities and wanting go out there and do my best.

  • @reccoschick1015
    @reccoschick1015 6 років тому +11

    this is perfect, i was just watching malcolm in the middle

  • @seidmannalexander
    @seidmannalexander 7 років тому +9

    Thanks for sharing this video!!

  • @sharonlefkowitz22
    @sharonlefkowitz22 4 роки тому +2

    Such an intelligent, good man.

  • @dorbitan2935
    @dorbitan2935 7 років тому +5

    Wow! Thank you mr. Cranston.

  • @judymccleary3543
    @judymccleary3543 5 років тому +2

    Awesome wisdom. Thank you for this.

  • @dcrfreak
    @dcrfreak 5 років тому

    Incredible story. Thanks for sharing!

  • @Hi-sz2br
    @Hi-sz2br 5 років тому +1

    Love this Bryan Cranston

  • @t1touch9x
    @t1touch9x 4 роки тому +1

    Great advice from a great man❤️

  • @johnsmithee6660
    @johnsmithee6660 3 роки тому +3

    Anytime Bryan nails an audition...
    *Bryan:* I Won

  • @rmlaporte57
    @rmlaporte57 3 роки тому

    This simple internal understanding does make the difference when the outside world and you understand what is needed and wanted.Then comes the work and the business end.

  • @steveoshow4832
    @steveoshow4832 5 років тому +1

    Confidence is the best thing you can wear as BC so eloquently illustrates.

  • @shellymoemken6162
    @shellymoemken6162 2 роки тому

    Wow absolutely amazing I understand totally what you're saying thank you for your advice brilliant 👏 xx

  • @blackfreud9048
    @blackfreud9048 3 роки тому

    Great piece. Great advice. Whatever you are doing……

  • @BillFurlong
    @BillFurlong 2 роки тому

    This is very powerful advice.

  • @TheWsteed
    @TheWsteed 6 років тому +4

    Wallet analogy

  • @haso323
    @haso323 7 років тому +3

    ty so much 4 posting. needed this

    • @Gollypon
      @Gollypon  7 років тому

      You're welcome, I feel like everyone could use this video honestly haha

    • @justsomeguywithoutamustach6755
      @justsomeguywithoutamustach6755 7 років тому

      Golly Pon I would so love to meet him. You're so lucky, did you get to talk to him?

    • @Gollypon
      @Gollypon  7 років тому +2

      Not really but I was in the second row and he locked eyes with me like 3 times and every time I had a shitton of adrenaline rush my brain haha

    • @kirikayumura6015
      @kirikayumura6015 6 років тому

      It is incredible advice for interviewing, pitching and idea, etc. If you stress too much about the outcome you can trip yourself up.. be your own enemy. But if you go in knowing that you have skill, that you believe in yourself and you're just there to present what you worked on and it is up to them what they want to do with it, then you can have the calm focus to do your best. I can totally see that. And I love that secondary.. the ability to genuinely share in a colleague's success. Because they didn't take anything away from you. You did your part and that is cool. He didn't mention it but it would also help to deal with the situation where you presented an awesome option, that you worked hard on and are proud of.. but the other parties decided it wasn't appropriate for their needs and they want to go with something/someone else. Then that's all on them. You did your job and you can walk away happy and clear to work on the next project. They have to deal with the consequences of their decision. Just so cool.. of course for all of that to work you have to believe in yourself. He said that but didn't stress it enough.. "If I ask any of you 'are you talented?' you had better say 'yes.' or you shouldn't be in this line of work."
      I guess in short, do the work, prepare properly for what you need to do. Once you've taken care of what is in your control be happy with that . Don't tie your personal success to an outcome.. tie your personal success to what you do or don't do.

  • @rachidelkachari1050
    @rachidelkachari1050 5 років тому +2

    I’ll use this in my next job interview

  • @foreels
    @foreels 3 роки тому

    Amen! No truer words

  • @moussetache1815
    @moussetache1815 3 роки тому

    I'm not een an actor and I don't plan to but I feel this is excellent advice for everybody.

  • @hollismarshall
    @hollismarshall 3 роки тому

    Pure Gold

  • @Universe88productions
    @Universe88productions 5 років тому +2

    appreciate the advice

  • @SelfLoveU
    @SelfLoveU 3 роки тому

    POWERFUL~

  • @easybullet3
    @easybullet3 3 роки тому

    very good advice. Thank you ;)

  • @brendafloresart
    @brendafloresart 2 роки тому

    Great advice!

  • @babypea1301
    @babypea1301 3 роки тому

    Beautiful speach. 💖

  • @sergeimodin
    @sergeimodin 3 роки тому

    One simple thing can change our understanding, awesome)

  • @The_Sunset_King
    @The_Sunset_King 7 місяців тому

    Perfect!

  • @wellthisisinteresting4912
    @wellthisisinteresting4912 3 місяці тому

    My brain chemistry has been altered

  • @janetpetersvoiceover6431
    @janetpetersvoiceover6431 5 років тому

    Absolutely brillant!

  • @ubermensch826
    @ubermensch826 6 років тому +1

    this is why this man is a genius

  • @alialrassam6432
    @alialrassam6432 6 років тому +1

    This man is perfect

  • @Manageode
    @Manageode 2 роки тому

    It reminds me of the Joe Chambers interview of Marty Stuart. At Marty's first introduction to Johnny Cash, Marty needed a job and had finagled his way into the room. Johnny asked him were he was from. He told him. Johnny said, "I thought so. Where've you been?" "Gettin' ready." And not long after, Marty got the call to join Johnny's band. Friends and neighbors until Johnny died.

    • @Gollypon
      @Gollypon  2 роки тому

      i wish i got the amazing story he told before this where him and his brother were cross country traveling like motorcycle hermits taking odd jobs for a bit then moving town to town...then they got accused of murdering their boss at the restaurant they worked at.

  • @thabangmorufane538
    @thabangmorufane538 3 роки тому

    So much maturity

  • @AI-AITUM
    @AI-AITUM 2 роки тому

    Wisdom from a great actor...

  • @LuiEntertainment
    @LuiEntertainment 5 років тому

    Wow there is SO much valuable information and life lessons to be unpacked here. From a professional stand point this is such incredible advice. What also stood out to me very much is what he said about the 8:10 mark about actors keeping that needed arrogance within the acting world and not letting it bleed outside cause it's smug and ugly. How unbelievably true that is given how Hollywood thinks they can lecture everyone else. Smug and ugly.

  • @theREALchriszito
    @theREALchriszito 7 років тому

    4:11 my heart skipped a beat when he stared daggers through my soul

  • @DarkoP9.13
    @DarkoP9.13 2 роки тому

    A very good ab-wise for ANY aspiring artist
    13Love

  • @VincentRutley
    @VincentRutley 2 роки тому

    THIS IS SO RICH 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

  • @KieranGarland
    @KieranGarland 2 роки тому

    A loooot of wisdom in this.

  • @renaissanceman5296
    @renaissanceman5296 3 роки тому

    This is really good advice.

  • @mft7530
    @mft7530 5 років тому +6

    So this sounds very different from the “claim it” and make it yours philosophy. In fact, what Cranston is pointing to is its polar opposite. You audition to “do” your job, not “get” a job. Getting the job is out of our control. Or is it? This would drop the need for vision boards, meditating, envisioning the final outcome, etc, right? Although some actors claim that those are the techniques that worked for them.
    Sounds like Cranston had an insight that worked for him and he’s sharing it. But that doesn’t mean it’ll work for anyone else. Maybe the lesson is to find what works for you and just do that. Here’s to hoping we all find what works for us individually. 🙌🏽😊

    • @aimsameer
      @aimsameer 4 роки тому +1

      This would at least help to maintain your mental peace and that's crucial.

  • @AM-ry8i5
    @AM-ry8i5 3 роки тому

    I like this advice.

  • @anirudhkumar4507
    @anirudhkumar4507 3 роки тому +2

    कर्म कर, फल कि चिंता मत कर!

  • @gussygatlin3093
    @gussygatlin3093 7 років тому +1

    I really love this guy and Aaron Paul as well..!!!!! 😀💓

  • @DanishF
    @DanishF 5 років тому

    Thank you!!

  • @cleverchaleigh
    @cleverchaleigh 5 років тому

    ....And the truth shall set us actors free!! ;) Happy Auditioning!