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Emrhys Cooper on Directing, Sobriety, and Landing a Role on the UK’s Longest-Running Soap!

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Emrhys Cooper, an award-winning actor, director, and producer, known for his roles in Person of Interest, Desperate Housewives, CSI: New York, and Mamma Mia, joins us in this episode of The WeAudition Show, hosted by Darren Darnborough and Richard Cambridge. He shares his groundbreaking work with the Bhutanese film "Kushuthara: Pattern of Love" and his directorial debut with the critically acclaimed LGBT short film "Trophy Boy," which was featured at the Cannes Film Festival.

In this episode, Emrhys opens up about the challenges and triumphs of his career, including his recent role as a series regular on "Coronation Street." He reflects on his experiences in film, TV, and theater, emphasizing the importance of passion and dedication in his work. Emrhys also delves into his journey as a director, sharing valuable insights on funding, production, and the art of storytelling.

Segmented Timestamps:

  • 00:00 - Introduction to Emrhys Cooper
  • 01:02 - Favorite mediums and decision-making in choosing projects
  • 02:03 - Transitioning to directing and producing
  • 03:13 - Challenges faced while directing
  • 04:25 - Landing a role on "Coronation Street"
  • 06:08 - Auditioning for “Coronation Street”
  • 09:00 - Managing representation in the UK and US
  • 12:53 - Learning lines and preparing for scenes
  • 14:13 - Handling out-of-sequence shooting schedules
  • 15:12 - Importance of being camera ready
  • 17:06 - Approach to publicity and managing social media
  • 19:16 - Experience filming in Bhutan
  • 21:09 - Impact of social media on Bhutan and lessons from "Trophy Boy"
  • 23:44 - Awareness of personal brand and recent changes
  • 27:43 - Networking and building relationships in the industry
  • 31:52 - Emrhys' view on making own work and collaborations
  • 32:26 - Emrhys' plans for future projects, including pantomime

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

    IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/name/nm1869082 

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