A cult figure in the acting world: 5 surprising facts about Bryan Cranston

Bryan Cranston, known for his role as Walter White in the TV series Breaking Bad, has become a cult figure in the acting world. Anthony Hopkins himself praised Cranston's performance, considering it the best acting he had ever seen. But besides his outstanding achievements, UAportal will tell you some surprising facts about the actor.

Influence of soap operas

Growing up in Southern California, with parents who were engaged in acting, Cranston was close to the world of performance. At a young age, he appeared for two years on the daytime soap opera Love. This experience not only helped shape his acting skills but also taught him how to shed tears on cue during emotional scenes.

Encounter with Charles Manson

As a child, Cranston had an encounter with one of the most notorious serial killers in history. At the age of 10, his mother dropped him off at Spahn Ranch, a famous movie location where Charles Manson and his followers lived. Riding by on horseback, Cranston noticed Manson, who seemed completely detached with his black and empty eyes.

Director's talents

In addition to his work in front of the camera, Cranston also demonstrates his creative abilities behind it. In 1999, he wrote, directed, and starred in the drama film Last Chance. In addition, Cranston has directed various television series, including Breaking Bad, Malcolm in the Middle, and even an episode of The Office called Work Bus, where Dunder Mifflin employees overcome the challenges of working on a moving bus.

Cranston's project evaluation scale

After the huge success of Breaking Bad, Cranston was faced with a lot of acting offers. To make informed decisions about which roles to take, he developed a systematic approach called the Cranston Project Evaluation Scale. This method assigned numerical values to factors such as director, script, story, cast, and role.

Each element had its weight, with special attention paid to an engaging story. If the total score was 17 or more, Cranston considered taking on the role.

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