Renowned actor Guy Pearce recently opened up about his experiences in an exclusive interview with The Hollywood Reporter’s Awards Chatter podcast. Born in England but raised in Australia, Pearce has established himself as one of the most gifted screen actors of his generation.
Pearce highlighted several notable performances throughout his career, including 1994’s “The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert” and 2000’s “Memento,” both of which earned him critical acclaim. He also discussed his roles in the Oscar-winning films “The Hurt Locker” (2009) and “The King’s Speech” (2010), as well as his Emmy-nominated performance in the 2011 limited series “Mildred Pierce.”
Most recently, Pearce received praise for his portrayal of Harrison Lee Van Buren in Brady Corbet’s “The Brutalist,” a film that garnered 10 Oscar nominations. During their conversation at Santa Barbara’s El Encanto hotel, Pearce reflected on how a childhood tragedy may have shaped his decision to become an actor.
Pearce also discussed the impact of early stardom through Australian TV and how it influenced the types of projects he pursued after establishing himself internationally with “L.A. Confidential.” He shared that his experiences working with Kevin Spacey on set were particularly traumatic, describing Spacey’s behavior as “targeted” towards him.
Despite the challenges he has faced, Pearce expressed pride in his work, particularly in “The Brutalist,” which holds a special place in his heart 28 years after “L.A. Confidential.” The interview offers a rare glimpse into Pearce’s personal struggles and provides insight into the actor’s journey to becoming one of Hollywood’s most respected talents.
Source: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/guy-pearce-the-brutalist-kevin-spacey-awards-chatter-podcast-1236137713