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Amber Doig-Thorne on Physics, Horror Films, and Why Rejection in the Film Industry Isn't Personal


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Amber Doig-Thorne, a dynamic actress known for her roles in the 2023 U.S. box office hit "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey" and Sony’s sci-fi short "Heister," joins hosts Darren Darnborough and Richard Cambridge in this episode of The WeAudition Show. Amber shares her journey from studying theoretical physics to becoming a leading actress in horror and sci-fi films. With a background in social media where she’s amassed over 3 million followers, Amber discusses the intersection of her online presence and acting career, the importance of resilience in the industry, and her experiences working with groundbreaking technology in film production. 

Amber dives into her passion for sci-fi, her unexpected journey into horror, and the importance of creating your own opportunities. She also talks about the challenges of balancing her social media presence with her acting career and provides valuable advice for aspiring actors on navigating rejections and staying proactive in the industry.

Segmented Timestamps: 

  • 00:00 - Introduction to Amber Doig-Thorne's career 
  • 02:03 - Strategies for staying busy as an actor 
  • 03:15 - Transition from auditions to receiving direct offers 
  • 04:03 - Amber's social media following and impact on her acting career 
  • 07:44 - Amber's experience with red carpets and premieres 
  • 08:31 - Typecasting in horror and branching into other genres 
  • 11:22 - Amber's journey into interviewing A-list stars 
  • 14:52 - Experience working on "Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey" 
  • 18:00 - Navigating contracts and working with agents 
  • 21:00 - Managing finances and side hustles in acting 
  • 29:10 - Organizing admin and paperwork as an actor 
  • 31:52 - Amber's role in the sci-fi short film "Heister" 
  • 34:25 - Experience with virtual production technology 
  • 43:34 - First experience at Cannes Film Festival 
  • 49:05 - Advice for handling rejections in the acting industry 
  • 54:55 - Conclusion and final thoughts from Amber Doig-Thorne 
  • USEFUL LINKS 

    Reach Amber Doig-Thorne at: 

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amberdoigthorne 

    IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm8380569 

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