Daniel Day-Lewis Rejects Method Acting Criticism, 'Cult' Misconception Daniel Day-Lewis Rejects Method Acting Criticism, 'Cult' Misconception Plus Icon Film Daniel Day-Lewis rejected misconceptions about Method acting during a wide-ranging conversation at the BFI London Film Festival on Wednesday, saying that criticism surrounding it comes from those who simply don’t understand. The accomplished actor — a three-time best actor Oscar winner for “My Left Foot” (1989), “There Will Be Blood” (2007) and “Lincoln” (2012) — is known for his immersive process, devoting himself to staying in character throughout filming. Despite how it’s worked out for him, going Method has received a fair amount of pushback in recent years from those who believe it to be unhealthy — or just plain silly. Related Stories Park Chan-wook's 'No Other Choice' Debuts at No. 1 at Korea Box Office Korea Box Office: 'Chainsaw Man The Movie: Reze Arc' Climbs to No. 1 However, Day-Lewis pushed back against these notions after an audience member asked about his acting process, saying: “All the recent commentary in the last few years about Method acting is invariably from people who have little or no understanding of what it actually involves. It’s almost as if it’s some specious science that we’re involved in, or a cult. But it’s just a way of freeing yourself so that the spontaneity, when…
Published: October 15, 2025 12:58 pm
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