Nomen est omen, with a blue-blooded name beautiful and gifted Beatrice King is on her way to storm the Canadian Hollywood playing roles in best selling TV shows as Mortal Kombat, Human Target. Now she tells us about the craft of being an actress and about the show biz.
Autona: Beatrice, a role in "Mortal Kombat" and "Human Target". These sound like amazing roles. Can you tell us more about the experience of acting in these huge projects?
Beatrice King: It's been great! Warner Brother's 'Mortal Kombat' has definitely been one of my highlights. With the pilot episode getting more than 12 million views already, the response has been incredible. While playing Queen Sindel in 'Mortal Kombat' has been one of my largest projects to date, the cast and crew could have not been more welcoming and collaborative. Working with Mark Valley for the second time on 'Human Target' was a pleasure. 'Human Target' is another action packed series that really came from a strong team of actors putting in hours of dedicated work.
Autona: This fall you'll also appear in the comedy "50/50"... are you looking forward to doing some funny comedy stuff?
B. K.: I've got some funny stuff set to premiere very shortly! I'll have a link up on my page with the latest. A lot of people in this industry are floored when they see my comedic chops. I think they equate something different when they see a pretty girl. The fact is, I LOVE comedy and I thrive in comedic scenes. I tend to be a little silly off-camera so it's been great to bring my personality into my scenes. The Seth Rogen film, '50/50' , is more of a dark-comedy. I play a girl that Joseph Gordon-Levitt sees for the first time after he learns he's been diagnosed with cancer.
Autona: I read that you work with Leonardo DiCaprio's and Hilary Swank's acting coach Larry Moss. How important is a real drama school or a professional coach?
B. K.: Very important. Acting is a craft. It requires training and skill. Research, scene analysis, and rehearsal are important to our preparation. I'm fortunate to train with world renowned coaches. An actor's job isn't done when the camera stops rolling.
Autona: If I'm right you moved over from Edmonton to Vancouver. Is Vancouver the Canadian Hollywood?
B. K.: Vancouver has a great climate for Film and Television. Our talent pool is strong. Vancouver is seeing an increase in Hollywood productions lately. '50/50', 'Sisters & Brothers' and 'Mortal Kombat' were all projects I filmed in Vancouver.
Autona: I visited Edmonton many years ago. You've got a great mall there. Did you spend much time there shopping? (laughing)
B. K.: Ah, yes. (also laughing) West Edmonton Mall, one of the biggest malls on Earth! I love to shop, but I spent most of my time skating in their big ice rink ..... in the middle of the mall! I was a competitive figure skater growing up. West Edmonton Mall gave me one of my biggest trophies.
Autona: I’ve to go there again ... Well, another one: Do you have idols?
B. K.: Lots, but I've always admired Natalie Portman's work. 'Black Swan' was incredible. I think everyone should have peers and mentors they look up to.
| Autona: Last week I read that Julia Roberts did an interview where she said that nowadays there are a lot of over-hyped actors who are not neccessarily talented, but famous because of a pretty face and nice body. She mentioned she misses really great actors/actresses. What do you think ... is there a lack of gifted people and quality performers in Hollywood?
B. K.: The young blood of Hollywood actors is very talented. Fame is a peculiar thing. Becoming famous should never be the goal. Those people aren't fulfilled by the art and their careers should carry a different weight. I don't equate fame with talent. The people that only benefit from their looks don't last long in the industry. I hope that real artists get recognized for their work and their love of the craft. You need the passion. You need to live and breathe your work, everyday. |
interview by Dennis Rowehl (July 2011)
photos by Toranj Kayvon
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