There is no overacting, only untrue acting.

Meaning of the quote

This quote suggests that there is no such thing as "overacting" - where someone acts in a way that is too exaggerated or unrealistic. Instead, the actor is simply not portraying the character truthfully or authentically. Great acting captures the true essence of a character, without any unnecessary or fake expressions or behaviors.

About Stellan Skarsgard

Stellan John Skarsgardis a Swedish actor. He is known for his collaborations with director Lars von Trier, appearing in Breaking the Waves (1996), Dancer in the Dark (2000), Dogville (2003), Melancholia (2011), and Nymphomaniac (2013).

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