Directing Actors for Screen - Day Seven

Today two scenes from Jemma's script Flesh Wounds was acted out by Sarah, Alyce and John.

The first scene was played by Alyce as Lisa and Sarah as her daughter Cailee. A large argument stemming from Lisa's suspicion of Cailee using drugs leads to Lisa driving Cailee away to meet up with older friend Tomo, a heroin addict.

Following is a scene with Tomo and Cailee in a park as they shoot up heroin and talk about knocking off a milk bar.

Alkinos emphasizes the importance of putting realistic elements into rehersals, such as music in a scene that requires it- making the scene feel more real to the actors.

Jemma said that directing the scenes has "given me confidence" and has "demystified the directing process."

Alyce Platt describes the value of the 'Alkinos' experience as an actor: "Being a part of this workshop with Alkinos has been like doing 'emotional gymnatics' ".