INTERVIEW - Marion Cotillard on being asked to play the part at 'Macbeth' Interviews

The speaker discusses their initial surprise and excitement at being offered the role of Lady Macbeth, despite being French. They express a long-held expectation of playing the role, initially thought to be in French on stage. The opportunity to perform in English was thrilling. The speaker views acting not as a challenge but as an experience to explore human nature. They express a strong desire to embrace this experience.

What was the speaker's initial reaction to being offered the role of Lady Macbeth?

• Confused

• Disappointed

• Indifferent

• Surprised and excited

What did the speaker originally expect regarding the role of Lady Macbeth?

• To perform it in English on stage

• To never play the role

• To perform it on stage in French

• To play it in a movie

Why was the opportunity to say Lady Macbeth's words in English exciting for the speaker?

• Because it was unexpected

• Because it was a new language challenge

• Because it was a chance to perform on stage

• Because it was a chance to explore a new culture

How does the speaker view acting roles?

• As a challenge

• As a competition

• As a way to earn money

• As an experience to explore human nature

What does the speaker express a desire for at the end of the transcript?

• To have the experience of playing Lady Macbeth

• To have more acting roles

• To direct a movie

• To write a play