Sat Dec 21 05:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Culkin and Domingo: A Conversation on Craft, Fatherhood, and the Annoyances of Acting

**NEW YORK, NY** – In a candid conversation, actors Kieran Culkin (“Succession,” “A Real Pain”) and Colman Domingo (“Sing Sing,” “The Color Purple”) reveal contrasting yet ultimately harmonious approaches to their craft. While Domingo meticulously researches roles, waking hours before his call time, Culkin embraces spontaneity, often arriving on set unsure of the day’s scenes.

Their differences highlight the unique demands of their projects. Domingo stars in “Sing Sing,” a film featuring mostly formerly incarcerated men playing themselves, requiring a raw, unpolished performance. Culkin, in “A Real Pain,” portrays a troubled character whose unpredictable behavior challenges the director, Jesse Eisenberg.

Despite their differing methods, both actors share a deep passion for performance. Domingo highlights the power of shared experience on the “Sing Sing” set, emphasizing the director’s non-judgmental approach that allowed for authentic performances. Culkin, on the other hand, recounts his experience on “Succession,” describing the collaborative nature of the set and his special bond with co-star Sarah Snook.

The conversation also touches on personal lives. Culkin expresses his love for fatherhood, while Domingo, who has chosen a life without children, reflects on his priorities. Both actors share their perspectives on the often-used, but in their opinion inaccurate, description of actors as “storytellers”. They prefer to see themselves as “servants of the story”, emphasizing the collaborative nature of filmmaking. Their conversation is a testament to the diverse ways actors can approach their roles while sharing the same fundamental dedication to their craft.

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