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Mike Leigh

My work requires acting at its most committed - it demands actors of enormous resilience, but also intelligence and wit. It doesn't work for narcissistic or selfish actors.

Mike Leigh

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Mike Leigh’s work challenges actors to fully dedicate themselves and handle tough situations with both mental strength and cleverness. It requires people who can collaborate selflessly, rather than those focused only on their own fame or ego.

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