The article discusses the conversation between actors Colin O'Donoghue (Josh) and Timothée Chalamet (Paul) about their profession, mental health, and balancing work and personal life. The two actors reflect on their experiences playing characters with complex emotional struggles, such as Calum in "Aftersun" and David in "The History of Sound," respectively.
O'Donoghue shares his thoughts on the attention that comes with being an actor and how it can impact one's mental health. He notes that the constant scrutiny and pressure to perform can be overwhelming and feels like a false chord inside him. Chalamet agrees, saying that he doesn't know the answer to managing the stress of fame but emphasizes the importance of self-care.
The conversation also touches on O'Donoghue's thoughts about rationing himself from acting projects in order to prioritize his mental health. He suggests that stepping off the train (i.e., taking a break from acting) might be necessary to avoid resentment towards the work. Chalamet agrees, noting that the more we see of an actor, the harder it is for them to convince us they are someone else.
The article concludes with O'Donoghue imagining a future scenario where he becomes relatively unknown until his role in "Merrily We Roll Along" opens in 15 years or so. Chalamet pictures the scene around 2040, where people will be curious about why he was cast in that movie and how he managed to keep a low profile for so long.
Throughout their conversation, both O'Donoghue and Chalamet convey a sense of empathy and understanding for each other's experiences as actors. They acknowledge the challenges and pressures associated with their profession but also express appreciation for the opportunities they have to explore complex characters and emotions through their work.
O'Donoghue shares his thoughts on the attention that comes with being an actor and how it can impact one's mental health. He notes that the constant scrutiny and pressure to perform can be overwhelming and feels like a false chord inside him. Chalamet agrees, saying that he doesn't know the answer to managing the stress of fame but emphasizes the importance of self-care.
The conversation also touches on O'Donoghue's thoughts about rationing himself from acting projects in order to prioritize his mental health. He suggests that stepping off the train (i.e., taking a break from acting) might be necessary to avoid resentment towards the work. Chalamet agrees, noting that the more we see of an actor, the harder it is for them to convince us they are someone else.
The article concludes with O'Donoghue imagining a future scenario where he becomes relatively unknown until his role in "Merrily We Roll Along" opens in 15 years or so. Chalamet pictures the scene around 2040, where people will be curious about why he was cast in that movie and how he managed to keep a low profile for so long.
Throughout their conversation, both O'Donoghue and Chalamet convey a sense of empathy and understanding for each other's experiences as actors. They acknowledge the challenges and pressures associated with their profession but also express appreciation for the opportunities they have to explore complex characters and emotions through their work.
I was just reading about Colin O'Donoghue and Timothée Chalamet talking about being actors... it's crazy how much pressure there is in this industry, especially when you're playing super emotional roles 
. I think they both make some really valid points about taking care of yourself, but it's hard to know what that means for someone who's always "on" like them 
. O'Donoghue's idea about stepping off the train and not doing anything acting-related for a bit is kinda interesting... maybe he'd come back stronger in 15 years? 
Fingers crossed!
Interesting how these two talented actors are open about their mental health struggles, it's super refreshing! 
. It's also sweet how Chalamet imagines himself as this unknown actor who becomes famous for one role... that would be an amazing comeback story 
. I also try to focus on what brings me joy and fulfillment in my work – it's not always easy, but it makes a big difference in the long run 
. And I love how Colin and Timothée talked about finding ways to step away from acting if needed – sometimes taking a break can be just what you need to come back stronger 
! It's so refreshing to see them be real about the mental health struggles that come with being in the public eye 
. O'Donoghue's idea of taking a break from acting to prioritize his mental health is super relatable... have you guys ever felt like you need to step away from something to avoid burning out? 
... I mean, they're talking about how crazy it is to be famous, but then they're basically saying they want to become relatively unknown 
like that's gonna happen? I'm not buying it. They're actors, for crying out loud! It's their job to be in the spotlight. I guess what I'm trying to say is, if they can't handle it, then maybe acting isn't the career for them 
. But hey, at least they're being real about how tough it can be 
... now if only they could give us some tips on how to balance work and life, that'd be awesome 
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It's crazy how mental health is such a big deal for actors. Like, I get it, the fame and all that is hard to handle sometimes... but isn't acting kinda like an escape or something? 
It's like, seriously, who wouldn't want to watch them on screen? Anyway, I think it's great that they're supporting each other and being honest about their experiences. Maybe one day we'll see a new wave of actors who are all about prioritizing mental health over fame 
They're talking about stepping off the acting train, taking a break, and prioritizing mental health - I'm all for it! 
But seriously, it's awesome to see them being so open about their struggles and finding ways to manage stress. And I love Chalamet's idea of becoming relatively unknown until his role in "Merrily We Roll Along" - that's like the ultimate acting paradox! 
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. And Chalamet's point about people not believing you're someone else because we're always on screen? Like, doesn't everyone have those moments where they just want to disappear? 
. I love how they're supporting each other and acknowledging the challenges of their profession, but also celebrating the opportunities they have to create complex characters. It's all about finding that balance, you know? Anyway, it's been inspiring to read this convo 
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. Maybe we can all learn a thing or two from these actors about taking care of ourselves in our own lives 
... I mean, we all know acting can be super high-pressure, but to see them talking about it like that is refreshing. And I love how they're both on the same page about taking breaks from acting - I think that's so important for our well-being. It's interesting that Chalamet was joking about being cast in a movie 15 years later because people don't know much about him 
. I'm all for taking breaks from things that stress you out, even if it means stepping off the train (totally love that analogy, btw)