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Name: John Connolly
Username Jonnolly
Home Town: Chicago, Illinois
Character: Rodger O'Malley
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What attracted you to the Entertainment Industry and what was your first job or big break in the business?
- My need for attention
- Power tools
- My desire to lead the life of Riley
- Todd Hayne's "Poison" (though big break would be an overstatement).
What is the biggest challenge you faced trying to break into the industry and how did you overcome it?
Getting work I gave a shit about. I haven't overcome it.
What advice can you give those trying to break into the "industry?"
People who are dumb, act poorly, and are total assholes seem to go far - try that.
Please describe your character in "Stolen Summer" and why you were attracted to the role.
Rodger O'Malley is a smart ass. I was attracted to the role because I got it.
Can you share any tricks of the trade that help you work better as an actor?
Trick 1 - Study technique.
Trick 2- Pretend like you hate everybody and everything.
Trick 3- Get a nice hairdo.
Trick 4- Your eyebrows are your friends.
Are you also a writer and if so, how many screenplays have you written?
Yes! I have written 1000 screenplays.
What's the best lesson you've learned in regards to working in Hollywood?
I haven't learned any; I do not work in Hollywood.
What advice would you give to writers on how to craft a script that can help actors better understand or relate to their character?
- Read a book.
- Work with good directors.
- Save the autobiography for your shrink.
What advice would you give a director on how to make your job as an actor easier on set?
Take an acting class, and make sure you do that square thing with your fingers, a lot; it instills confidence.
List your top five favorite films.
In no particular order:
- Before Night Falls
- 8 ½
- After Life
- I Am Cuba
- Alphaville
**Additional Comments**
My smart ass remarks to the contrary. I had a great time working on "Stolen Summer." Pete is a cool dude and the project was fun. I enjoy working in a chaotic environment. I find it more conducive to creativity than a smooth running machine. Thanks Pete.
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