The Netflix series Dahmer Monster has become the number one Thriller on the streaming platform and the star of the show, Evan Peters, has recently opened up about how difficult it was to portray the serial killer Jeffrey Dahmer. In a recent interview with Netflix, Peters discussed the process of researching and preparing for the role, which included watching the Stone Phillips interview with Dahmer, reading biographies and police reports, and listening to audio of Dahmer speaking to a psychologist. It was this intense preparation that allowed Peters to portray Dahmer with such authenticity and respect for the victims and their families.
The question now is, would you be willing to take on such a difficult role if Netflix approached you? For many, the idea of playing a serial killer on the small screen may be intimidating and even frightening. But the opportunity to portray a character with such depth and complexity could be too good to pass up. After all, it is the challenge of playing a character that makes acting so rewarding.
When it comes to portraying a serial killer, it is important to understand the character and the context in which they lived. Researching the life of a serial killer can be a difficult and often disturbing process, but it is also essential to creating a believable and respectful portrayal of the character. It is also important to remember that the character is fictional and that it is the actor’s job to bring the character to life on screen.
The Netflix series Dahmer Monster has certainly shown us what is possible when an actor takes on the challenge of playing a serial killer. Evan Peters’ portrayal of Jeffrey Dahmer was so convincing and respectful that it has become the number one Thriller on the streaming platform. If Netflix approached you about playing a serial killer, would you be up for the challenge?
