Erik Singer is a dialect coach who has appeared in a lot of Wired videos to talk about actors' accents in popular movies. In this video, he takes a fascinating look at the way actors have played US presidents.
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Mar 25, 2019
Hollywood accent coach looks at 28 actors portraying US presidents
Watch this Hollywood extra's excellent compilation of his on-screen background moments
Actor EJ Zapata provides “solid evidence every TV show, Movie, and Commercial are all in the same Cinematic Universe.” This is “How It All Connects,” a compilation of Zapata’s on-camera moments in the background. Learn more from Zapata over at r/videos. (Thanks pvanb!)
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Breaking a leg's for amateurs: actor cut off his own arm to land more roles
Film, television and theater are brutally competitive businesses. A lot of actors work to shape their bodies, pay to sculpt their faces and train as singers, dancers or martial artists — anything that’ll make themselves stand out to casting directors. Some are more dedicated than others. From Task & Purpose: Actor Todd Lawson LaTourrette — […]
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Scarlett Johansson will no longer play a transgender man in her next film
When news that Scarlett Johansson was planning to play trans man Dante ‘Tex’ Gill in the biopic Rub & Tug, her rep’s tone-deaf response launched the casting controversy into overdrive. She’s now announced she exited the project.
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This keychain has Tile tracking built-in so you'll never lose your keys
From your apartment door to your bike lock, it’s not uncommon to carry a number of different keys on your keyring, but that doesn’t make it any more bearable when you’re fussing to find the right one or deal with the infamous pocket bulge. The KeySmart Pro’s smart design cuts down on key clutter and […]
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Save an extra 15% off these DNA kits in honor of DNA day
Happy DNA Day! April 25 is a day to recognize deoxyribonucleic acid – better known as the molecule that holds the code to our entire genetic makeup. What better way to celebrate than with a complete ancestry test that’s about more than just satisfying idle curiosity about your family tree? The lab techs at Vitagene use […]
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These hi-fi earplugs cut the sound but keep sound quality
For musicians, clubgoers or anyone in the thick of a loud environment, earplugs aren’t just an option. If you plan on keeping your hearing through sustained exposure to levels over 85 decibels (roughly the sound of a blender), they’re a must. The good news is, most earplugs will muffle the sound. The bad news is, […]
