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International actors without a film school experience
International actors without a film school experience
Many international actors have achieved success in Hollywood and other film industries without having formal training in film school. Some of them are self-taught, some of them learned from mentors or coaches, and some of them relied on their natural talent and charisma. Here are some examples of international actors who do not have film school experience:
- Jackie Chan: The Hong Kong martial arts star started his career as a stuntman and later became a leading actor, director, producer, and singer. He is known for his acrobatic fighting style, comic timing, and use of improvised weapons. He has appeared in over 150 films, including the Rush Hour, Shanghai Noon, and Kung Fu Panda franchises.
- Penélope Cruz: The Spanish actress began her career as a teenager in Spanish television and cinema. She later moved to Hollywood and starred in films such as Vanilla Sky, Vicky Cristina Barcelona, and Pirates of the Caribbean: On Stranger Tides. She is the first Spanish actress to win an Oscar, a BAFTA, and a Screen Actors Guild Award.
- Idris Elba: The British actor started his career as a DJ and rapper before landing roles in British television shows such as The Wire and Luther. He then transitioned to Hollywood and played roles in films such as Thor, Pacific Rim, Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom, and Beasts of No Nation. He is also a producer, director, writer, and musician.
- Priyanka Chopra: The Indian actress won the Miss World pageant in 2000 and then pursued a career in Bollywood. She starred in over 50 films in various genres and languages, earning multiple awards and accolades. She then crossed over to Hollywood and appeared in films such as Baywatch, Isn’t It Romantic, and The White Tiger. She is also a singer, producer, and activist.
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