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To think very few actors can act drunk convincingly?

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Toopulululu · 16/12/2024 00:06

Just that really, especially on soaps. They just don’t seem to be able to do it convincingly. Can anyone act drunk convincingly without actually getting drunk?

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EauNeu · 16/12/2024 05:18

Best drunk acting ever: Jeanette krankie in dinner ladies as petula gordino"s friend even they turn up pissed together at the Christmas party

the80sweregreat · 16/12/2024 04:29

Linda and Phil actors on Eastenders have done a good job of it !

Sweetcorn123 · 16/12/2024 04:28

You’re right though it’s a very rare talent

Sweetcorn123 · 16/12/2024 04:27

Steve McFadden (Phil Mitchell) seems to play drunk extremely well, can’t deny it

To think very few actors can act drunk convincingly?
OldTinHat · 16/12/2024 04:24

I've seen Sh!t Faced Shakespeare a few times, and they're absolutely not. Great concept, but they can't pull it off imo.

OldTinHat · 16/12/2024 04:22

Agree!!