How to Create a Character with Samuel L. Jackson | Discover MasterClass | MasterClass

When acting, Samuel L. Jackson imbues every role with a sense of purpose and complexity of character—even if they only appear on screen for a few minutes.

Learn about acting, auditioning, and artistry from Oscar nominee Samuel L. Jackson in his first-ever online acting class. The star of Pulp Fiction and Django Unchained shares the skills that have made him one of Hollywood’s most respected and prolific actors.

In his MasterClass, Samuel L. Jackson breaks down his process, including his unique approach to giving masterful performances. Learn how he creates backstories, collaborates with directors, and digs deep into the mind of every character he plays.

In addition to acting advice, Samuel L. Jackson also shares the personal journey that brought him from Chattanooga to California—and from television stand-in to Hollywood star.

Samuel L. Jackson’s MasterClass will add depth to your film acting, stage acting, and voiceover work with video lessons and a customized workbook tailored to each chapter.

In this online class, learn about:

• Script Breakdown
• Voice
• Characterization
• Auditioning
• Collaboration
• Voiceover Acting

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[youuoy]

"Read a book"-Samuel L Jackson.

[prince_x]

"Unless you're playing an idiot" lol That's 4 and half minutes of pure Gold. Thank you :)

[TrulyCreateIt]

Wow. It's evident that Samuel L. Jackson is an extremely talented actor. The tips he's giving are helpful for convincingly portraying the rolls we play as actors. Take heed. As I listen I remember how I determined all of the character traits, tones, etc. when I was that character. Then I'm reminded of my very first acting competition between a billion schools in L.A. County. Another classmate and I had one week and a half to memorize our lines for the competitions between schools. We made it to the semi-finals, which was an accomplishment for such a short notice while being new in the field. Also, before the semester was over I wrote my first play, "The Kidnapping of Santa". It was a cross between a script outline with improvisation for the cast. A parent made our costumes. We performed it in the school auditorium and in the community in the San Fernando Valley. I progressed to a Performing Arts High School and had wonderful teachers who spoke to us in how you are the "character" in the material, not yourself. As an actor, we did create things in our minds as Mr. S. Jackson states here. However, when I went to the university I transferred from Theater to Radio/Television/and Film. My emphasis was Screenwriting. As a creator of material and characters you do create key aspects of character's "Backstory" before you develop the script. This is every key function that happens in a character's life from birth until the start of the movie or TV show, etc. For instance, if Joe fell into a tub of melted chocolate as a child and it made him barf for two weeks straight, this most likely will be his most hated candy for the rest of his life. In the story, if Joe has to get to his best friend to save his life and he comes across a football field of melted chocolate we as an audience will root for Joe to overcome his chocolate demon to save his best friend that we also love as an audience. When I produce my movies I will give my main characters their backstory so that they have a better idea of what makes their characters move and tick. Yes, they may make up in their mind why the character picked dark chocolate over milk chocolate. It's still cool to leave some creative room for the cast. When you have a background in acting and camera work you have a clearer understanding as a writer and director. That's how it's been from my experience.

[JCR_]

This one clip has already helped me so much making my main character become a more believable character.

[sheilahunter]

Lol “Every time the camera passes you, look like there’s something on your mind… Not just… Unless you’re playing an idiot…“ I love Samuel L Jackson so much!😁❤️

[MrEnlightener]

SLJ in a video without saying a single cuss word? I'm amazed!

[Huyoon]

Bruh Samuel L Jackson spits more facts than my math teacher lecturing me how Trig is useful in the real world.

[harrymurray]

Samuel L Jackson is the greatest acting mentor anyone could have. I've studied him for years, and love all of his work, from Afro Samurai, to Mace Windu in Star Wars, definitely someone I'd love to work with. God willing if my prayers are answered, I'll meet him one day and I will succeed as an actor.💜💜💜💜

[boilingandspinninggrapefruit]

“If there’s source material read it”
I guess my quest just became “become the best clue player on earth”

[waynebatson]

I cannot LIKE this enough. Brilliant advice, not just for actors but for writers too. You need to create a "whole person." Thanks SLJ.

[fetamean]

Man. I'm so tempted to buy this class and the David Lynch one BUT MONEY IS SUCH AN ISSUE

[kenziee.s]

this video is so helpful because I just landed my first featured role in our spring musical this year! And i'm not very good at getting into character but this helped a lot ❤

[Jrock_Loves_Acting]

I absolutely Love his advice on character development! I am a local Theatre actor & this helped me, with developing character(s)… Every actor/actress should watch THIS VIDEO! Mr. Samuel Jack is a AMAZING ACTOR!

[jamesthedude]

when he said "whats his parents, where he come from, was he in the military" etc. he sounded he was having the "father to daughters boyfriend" talk xD

[rosaicelafonsecasaucedo]

Es usted un gran Admiro su trabajo y su forma de realizar sus personajes en las películas!!!! Gracias por su arte!!!! Soy mexicana !!!

[E.j.Robinson]

These are incredible and insightful even if its not your main field of choice its still insightful and inspiring.

[E.j.Robinson]

Also learning for me over the internet isn't as effective as the chance to actually be in a classroom and actually be involved ask Qs and the like but I've found these videos to be less crippling due to the fact they are held by people I know of - I may not know these people personally but I know of there work and just like a reader can glimpse the real person through a writer's book the same can be said of actors and many other creative art elements. Its gives me a ground to start from to have a better understanding of what they are trying to teach me. That's making it a viable source of learning where it wasn't really before. That's really remarkable.

[Video-tipsTv]

WOW!
So much valuable info in such a short video!!

[iceygivenz]

As of January 3rd 28 people truly need a Masterclass

[davepowell]

That was good! Great Insight from the Samuel L. Jackson.