Actor Jon Bernthal on grit, dedication & the teacher who saved him
Summary
Actor Jon Bernthal discusses his roles in Christopher Nolan’s *The Odyssey* and the new *Spider-Man* film, alongside his Emmy-winning turn in *The Bear*. He reflects on his transformation from a troubled youth to a disciplined actor after training in Russia and a life-altering incident in 2009. Bernthal explores how he channels personal history into complex characters like Shane in *The Walking Dead* and Mikey, emphasizing the humanity behind violence.
Topics discussed
Introduction: Jon Bernthal's career and new roles
Filming The Odyssey with Christopher Nolan in freezing water
Playing the Punisher in Spider-Man and exploring trauma
Childhood, Quaker school, and family dynamics
Acting debut: Lying in class and finding a mentor
Training at the Moscow Art Theater in 1999 Russia
Near-death experience and playing Shane on The Walking Dead
Winning an Emmy for The Bear and writing the prequel
Starring in the film adaptation of Cast
Credits and closing advertisements
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