Think back to Robert De Niro (Heat). Think back to Al Pacino (Scent of a Woman). Robert De Niro was known for his intensity. Al Pacino was known for his flashy screen presence. Now think of veteran character actor of horror films, Bill Oberst Jr. (Dismal, Vivid, The Devil Within). Bill Oberst Jr. has both the flash of Pacino and the intensity of De Niro. It's the best of both worlds in one package. And directors and producers are taking notice. In less then four years, Bill Oberst Jr. has had well over thirty film credits. Since he works his fair share in the horror genre, he is often seen playing the villain or the creepy guy or even, on occasion, the rapist. However, Bill Oberst Jr. wants you to know that their is more to him then just that. That he has an extra layer of dimensionality. That he's not just one note.
- 2/13/2011
- by Big Daddy aka Brandon Sites
- Big Daddy Horror Reviews - Interviews
Bill Oberst Jr. in NachtBill Oberst Jr. was a stage actor for twelve years before moving to Hollywood. His three years in California have proven successful as he has starred in over thirty titles of various genres. However, Bill freely admits that: "horror is my bread and butter." 2010 saw him star in the thrillers The Devil Within and Nude Nuns with Big Guns. 2011 will see this Southern born gentleman starring in varying genres, including Chris Eska's upcoming feature September Morning and in The Asylum's Princess and the Pony.
Here, Bill talks about how the camera's interpretation of his movements and characteristics have funneled his acting talents into playing the villain. He also gives us insight into some of his other projects like the horror feature Dismal and the upcoming Amish drama "The Shunning." So, listen in to Bill's interview, as he gives aspiring actors and actresses some well informed advice,...
Here, Bill talks about how the camera's interpretation of his movements and characteristics have funneled his acting talents into playing the villain. He also gives us insight into some of his other projects like the horror feature Dismal and the upcoming Amish drama "The Shunning." So, listen in to Bill's interview, as he gives aspiring actors and actresses some well informed advice,...
- 1/3/2011
- by 28DaysLaterAnalysis@gmail.com (Michael Allen)
- 28 Days Later Analysis
To market themselves, all actors need to know their type: blue-collar or white-collar, sexy teacher, nerdy bus driver, or sweet little old lady. When Bill Oberst Jr. left the New York stage to make his way in Hollywood, he was surprised to discover that the camera saw him in a whole new way."I'm terrifying," Oberst says, laughing. "I had no idea I was terrifying before I came out here, but I am. It's really weird. The camera sees faces differently than the eye does. I've had people say, 'Oh, you don't look creepy to me,' but then when I get on camera, boom, there it is. So once I narrowed it down to that sort of niche and found out that I was Mr. Creepy, I work a lot. I've had to develop camera techniques to go with my face."Happily, Oberst enjoys doing horror films. "I did a movie called 'Dismal,...
- 11/5/2010
- backstage.com
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