“A revelation and unlike anything I’ve ever read on the topic of acting!”
—Matt Skrobalak, Casting and Talent Executive
(Former Senior Vice President at CBS Paramount Network TV Casting)
Actor, Director, and world-renowned acting coach Les Chantery lays out an approach for the auditioning actor that has been heralded as “a revelation and unlike anything I’ve ever read on the topic of acting.” (Matt Skrobalak, Former Senior Vice President of Casting CBS PARAMOUNT) a sure asset for any actor looking to land the part of their dreams.
#1 AMAZON BEST-SELLER!
Life…In A Mid-Shot is the first book of its kind to blend acting with Neuroscience, Psychology and Behavioural Economics. Les Chantery’s approach has helped actors book work on platforms including NETFLIX, HBO MAX, HULU, DISNEY+, MARVEL, PARAMOUNT + and more!
Foreword is written by one of Les Chantery’s students, Jacob Elordi, described by GQ Magazine as “Gen Z’s Leading Man” one of Hollywood’s newest and brightest young stars after his performance on HBO’s hit show EUPHORIA.
A Professor of Acting at the prestigious National Institute of Dramatic Art, and former actor featured alongside multiple high-profile actors, including Vin Diesel, Al Pacino, and Robert De Niro. Les Chantery’s “Life…In A Mid-shot” is a principle manual for mastering the screen audition:
Practical Hacks To Crack the Audition Room
How to Own the Room
The Science of Acting To Camera
Tools to Fill Your Acting Toolbox
Brain Hacks to Step Up Your Game
Anecdotes and Insights from Two Decades of Working With Hollywood A-List Actors!
Actors can now source privileged content tried & tested by the Top 2% of Actors in Hollywood. Landing that Film or TV role is only one book away.
Ready to become the most unforgettable actor in the room? The Dangerous Actor is your blueprint to stand out and create performances that linger in the minds of everyone who watches.
Premier acting coach Les Chantery reveals the four factors that separate good actors from dangerous ones and a selection of top tools to help actors sharpen their approach:
Point of View: Bring a sharp, unapologetic perspective to every role. Leave a unique imprint that no one else can replicate.
Play to Win: Turn every moment into a mission. Fight for your person’s (character’s) objectives with urgency, conviction, and daring.
Originality: Make bold, fresh choices that surprise, captivate, and push boundaries.
Familiarity: Forge an emotional connection so deep that the audience feels like they know you—even through the screen.
As the highly anticipated follow-up to his global bestseller Life In A Mid-Shot, this first-of-its-kind diagnostic tool book for actors entirely reinvents screen acting as a discourse. Drawing on decades of on-set expertise and in collaboration with global thought leaders in neuroscience, psychology, and behavioral economics, Les Chantery presents actors with an actionable approach to their craft.
LES CHANTERY has guided some of film and television’s most celebrated talents to career-defining roles. His clients dominate the screen in major productions, and his unique, science-backed approach to acting has made him a sought-after coach for actors around the world. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or just starting out, The Dangerous Actor will transform how you approach your craft—and how the world sees you.
“Don’t make your self-tape watchable. Make it feelable!”
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