Stephen Root on 'Widow's Bay,' 'Office Space,' and a Career as a Character Actor
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Stephen Rodrick
Toasted golden, schmeared with insight. Top of the rack.
Summary
A profile/interview with veteran character actor Stephen Root, reflecting on his career spanning decades — from his iconic role as Milton in 'Office Space' to Fuches in 'Barry' and his new role in 'Widow's Bay.' The article explores his versatility, his approach to acting, and why he's considered one of the greatest character actors of his generation.
Key quotes
· 3 pulledThe city can make you feel small and expendable — much like a Stephen Root character.
Fortunately, today we have the actor himself, giggling while watching a clip of himself as a Klingon.
I'm not sure I'd call myself the greatest, but I've certainly had the most fun.
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