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Episode 1x09 - Elaine Hendrix | A Journey Through Acting and Advocacy
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Welcome to Trilith Institute Talks! In this episode of Trilith Institute Talks, host Hunter Barcroft welcomes actress and animal rights activist Elaine Hendrix. Known for her roles as Meredith Blake in 'The Parent Trap' and Alexis Carrington in 'Dynasty,' Elaine, along with acting student guests Sam and Mia, discuss various acting methods, breaking into the industry, and sustaining creativity in the age of digital storytelling... Participants share personal tales, industry insights, and the importance of professional resilience. Elaine emphasizes the critical role of proper training, the influence of social media on modern acting careers, and the profound impact of learning to regulate one’s nervous system. Episode Timestamps 00:00 - Introduction and Rehearsal Insights 00:16 - Welcome to Truth Institute Talks 00:49 - Meet the Guests: Sam and Mia 02:12 - Elaine Hendrix Joins the Conversation 06:22 - Elaine's Journey into Acting 09:52 - Navigating the Industry: Atlanta vs. LA 16:53 - The Impact of Social Media on Acting 26:16 - Challenges of Self-Taping and Auditions 30:16 - The Importance of Training and Professionalism 30:30 - Booking Dynasty: A Journey Through Seasons 32:29 - Staying Humble in the Acting Industry 34:57 - Mental Health and Rejection in Acting 43:26 - Daily Life on Set: From Call Times to Downtime 51:12 - Acting Techniques and Continuous Learning 56:52 - The Impact of Dance on Acting 01:00:31 - Closing Remarks and Podcast Information Film Industry Terminology In This Episode
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- ADR - this acronym stands for "automated dialogue replacement", a process of re-recording audio in a studio to improve sound quality or change dialogue.
- Fittings - costume fittings are a regular part of an actor's life... Every episode, and usually every scene, requires multiple options of wardrobe for the director, producers, and the actor themselves to choose from, so actors are regularly brought in to try on new costumes.
- Headshot - a printed photo showcasing an actor's appearance; usually printed on 8.5x11 letter photo paper and sent to casting agencies and casting directors to promote an actor for casting considerations.
- Basecamp PA - this Production Assistant oversees the day to day life at "basecamp" on a film set, which usually means they notify actors at their trailers when they are needed on set, or at the hair and makeup trailer before going to set... Basecamp PA's also track all times for actors and stunt performers, which are then reported back to the Production Office (and SAG) the next day.
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