The Charming, Amusing, Surprisingly Low-Confidence Matthew Rhys
Summary
Matthew Rhys discusses his dual Emmy nominations for *Widow’s Bay* and *The Beast in Me*, revealing his enduring career insecurity despite recent success. He reflects on his Welsh heritage, acting philosophy, and the challenges of balancing work with his partner Kerry Russell. The conversation also covers his regret over turning down Hamlet and his views on the industry's current landscape.
Topics discussed
Intro: Matthew Rhys's breakout hits and Emmy nominations
Acting idols: David Niven, Richard Burton, and Welsh identity
Regretting turning down Hamlet at age 24
RADA training and the myth of method acting
Widow's Bay: Comedy, horror, and finding the super objective
Why horror resonates in turbulent times and TV lag times
The Beast in Me: Playing a manipulative mogul and consent
Welsh pessimism, American confidence, and military rejection
Welsh language history and voicing Han Solo in Welsh
Dating Kerry Russell on The Americans and balancing careers
Emmy power couple dynamics and the hunger for movies
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