About this episodeMichael B. Jordan discusses his role in 'A Journal for Jordan,' detailing his preparation process which involv…AI summary
Michael B. Jordan discusses his role in 'A Journal for Jordan,' detailing his preparation process which involved studying the real Charles King's journal and consulting with his family. He also shares insights on his intense fitness regimen for 'Creed III' and the mental health challenges actors face when portraying traumatic roles, advocating for better support systems in the industry.
Key takeaways 4
Directorial Preparation: Denzel Washington advised Jordan to hire a storyboard artist immediately to establish the film's visual language early, a move Jordan credits with helping him communicate his vision to department heads effectively.
Acting Methodology: When portraying real people like Charles King, Jordan focuses on finding commonalities with his own life and learning from those who knew the subject, rather than attempting direct imitation.
Mental Health in Acting: Jordan reveals that playing intense roles like Killmonger required therapy to process sorrow and sadness, highlighting the need for decompression strategies after filming heavy material.
Parental Influence: Jordan attributes his humility and work ethic to a combination of his mother's artistic nature and his father's strict Marine discipline, emphasizing treating others how one wants to be treated.
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“Denzel told me to get a storyboard artist as quickly as possible... he said you want to start the visual language of your film as early as possible.”
Jordan explaining a key piece of advice from Denzel Washington that helped him transition into directing.
“I'm an empath... I carry that stuff with me. I pick up energies and I feel it so... hearing stories from my dad or other friends and family members that served.”
Jordan discussing the emotional weight of playing a soldier with PTSD and how he processes those experiences.
“It's almost like put your energy on people... shield them with what you want them to be towards you... treat people how you want to be treated.”
▶ 7:03Jordan describing the humble approach to life he learned from his parents.
“Ryan Coogler told me... 'you need to direct you just go ahead just go for it... it's never going to be the right time everything isn't going to be perfect you just got to jump into the deep end.'”
Jordan recalling how Ryan Coogler encouraged him to take on directing responsibilities despite feeling unprepared.
Chapters & Sections (47)▼
0:00Interview with Michael B. Jordan about Filmchapter3
0:00Movie Review and Interview with DB
0:50Interview with Michael B. Jordan
1:20Conversation about Mustache and Beard
1:49Michael B Jordan's Fitness Regimenchapter2
1:49Michael B. Jordan's Physical Transformation
2:33Fitness Regimen for Creed3 Preparation
3:17Michael B. Jordan's Directorial Regimen and Influenceschapter3
3:17Workout Regimen and Director Influences
3:55Working with Multiple Film Directors
4:14Stephen King's Advice on Filmmaking Process
4:47Michael's Humble Approach to Successchapter3
4:47Closing a Deal with a Key Investor
5:21Personal Story of Appreciation and Humility
5:54Celebrity Tribute to Michael's Humility
6:24Combination of Parental Influences and Life Approachchapter3
6:24Combination of Parental Traits and Influences
6:53Approaching Life with Humility and Empathy
7:17Personal Treatment and Life Approach
7:52Acting Classes Impact on Confidence and Successchapter1
7:52Acting Classes and Confidence Building
9:30Preparing to Portray a Real Personchapter2
9:30Acting as a Real Person vs Fictional Character
10:15Preparing to Portray a Real Person
10:46Michael B. Jordan on Portraying Charles in A Journalchapter4
10:46Charles' Family and Journal Inform Approach
11:20Charles Character Portrayal in Biographical Story
11:58Interview about Movie A Journal for Jordan
12:29Personal Experience of 9/11 and Iraq War
13:09Veteran PTSD Stories and Emotional Impactchapter2
13:09Veteran's PTSD Story Shared Through Performance
13:50Veteran's Storytelling and Emotional Weight
14:41Actor's PTSD Experience and Therapychapter2
14:41Charles' Emotional Experience and Trauma
15:31Overcoming PTSD through Therapy and Vulnerability
16:30Mental Health Support in the Workplacechapter2
16:30Mental Health Support in Hollywood Workspaces
17:09Importance of Mental Health Awareness
17:50Seeking a Therapist for Celebrity Clientschapter3
17:50Finding a Therapist for Celebrity Clients
18:21Appreciation for Supportive People in Life
18:43Seeking Professional Help for Personal Issues
19:10Michael B. Jordan Discusses PTSD and Traumachapter4
19:10Michael B. Jordan Discusses Acting and Mental Health
20:15Support for Veterans Reintegration into Society
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