Chris Marks as Ian
Character Description
Soft-spoken, easygoing, and kind, Ian is a polite and hardworking journalist who usually doesn't mind when his coworker Leslie orders him around. No one would guess that he's not just the mild-mannered, gentle man everyone thinks he is. But underneath his unassuming exterior, Ian has a secret life in the shadows... and it's starting to catch up to him.
Scene Description
Ian and Leslie are coworkers in a news organization. With a tight deadline looming, Ian has been MIA, until Leslie barges into the office men's room to discover him bruised up and disheveled, attempting to clean up a bloody nose.
Written by Ashlyn Edwards
Les Best
ActorChris, love this scene because it can be interpreted so many ways. I liked the way you took this to extremes providing a performance where the audience wonders whether it's serious or comedic, or an interesting combination of both. You were definitely pushed to the edge with a manic energy, and I loved that strong choice. You kept it consistent throughout, and I felt like if i needed you to drop your energy to fit the scene, you could do it. Good work.
Steve Toft
ActorIt seemed that most of the time the acting was pretty solid.
There were a few places where you went for the moment though instead of letting the writing do the work.
It seemed you were trying to sell the story more than letting it sell itself.
Dial back the times when there are no words - the audience wants momentum, not pauses.
Overall, you captured the intent.
Anita Cordell
ActressChris, I thought your read was a good read. You appeared very likable and a good employee, and totally one to fit the role, imho. I liked your gestures and action both in the beginning as well as the ending when you broke down. The only thing I may change is I would have liked your point of anger to be a bit toned down and maybe not so loud but I also understand where you were coming from. Great job and thanks for showing your work.
Kathy Patterson
ActressGreat job, Chris! You really showed the journey (no matter how 'questionable' that journey was...) of this character. His reactions to the woman who came into the washroom were perfect: from the fuse getting lit to the explosion and resignation. Ending it with the breakdown was truly captivating and left me wondering what in the world happened! If that was the objective, you nailed it!
Thank you so much for sharing your talents and keep up the good work!
