lilly and jack's movies

I made a point of watching film of the greatest Shakespearian speeches delivered by some of the last century’s finest veteran actors, like Laurence Olivier, John Gielgud and Michael Redgrave. I didn’t do it to copy them, I wanted to avoid their mannered technique and style. I listened to the way they delivered their words, and I’m sure some people will be horrified when they hear me speak naturally, as if I’m having a conversation.

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Ben Whishaw in an interview with The Daily Mail.  I love Ben’s ability to speak conversationally when speaking verse—it’s certainly a great talent.  Put him with those greats!

Richard II kicks of The Hollow Crown series Saturday night on BBC2 in the UK.

(via whishawben)