Actor Jim Sarbh has questioned the frequent misuse of the term "method acting", saying it is often used to make an actor's creative process appear more important than it actually is. While acknowledging the technique's value, he stressed that true method acting requires support from the entire production and should be used only in the right circumstances.
Mumbai, June 1: Actor Jim Sarbh, who is currently promoting his upcoming series , has opened up about the often-debated topic of method acting. In an exclusive conversation with the , the actor said the technique can be incredibly effective, but only when the entire production is designed to support it.
Jim Sarbh on method acting and production support
Sharing his views, Jim said, "Method acting can be fantastic given the correct circumstances. If the entire production is geared around a method actor, then go for it. It is fantastic. It is incredible. But most productions are not geared around method acting."
To explain his point, Jim referred to acclaimed actor Daniel Day-Lewis and his Oscar-winning performance in .