Do actors act exactly to the script?

Question

Or do they use most of it and make it better without memorization of every single word?

Answer 1

It depends on the director. Some insist every word exact, others may choose to allow some ad libbing depending on if they feel the actor will do it as the director wishes.

Answer 2

I think it depends on a lot of different factors (namely, the actor, the director, and the genre). Certain actors feel that it is their responsibility to portray a character exactly the way the author envisioned him or her. These actors would be more likely to act to the script. Other actors don't feel that it is necessary to keep every word of the script - to keep the character or storyline unchanged. Some directors insist on things being very close to the script - where others want to make the script their own. Also, comedies are likely to have more improvisation than a drama or a horror film. I also think that stage acting tends to be more scripted than film.

Answer 3

The text of a script is the bible. Without this, you wouldn't
have any material to work with, neither would the director,
producer, cameramen, etc. Depending upon your talent
as an actor, there of course is room for interpretation....
the emotional range which you give the character you're
playing, your body movements and expressions...these are
the things that bring that script to life. Your relationship
with your director will determine how much leeway you
have for change. Many are open to suggestions on how
to make the character more believable by changing a few
words but for some it's written in blood. Never change
a word without your director's go-ahead and try to find
a home for yourself in the word's written .

Answer 4

They remember most of the some times if there is dead space they have them do improv`e. I had to do it rehearsal and the day before the show the execute director took the improv`e out. I was happy because I was having trouble with coming up with things and staying in the time period(late1800's) and staying in character.

Answer 5

it's in front of them and the taping is never exact they memorize and must know the scene which is being taped most acting not talking is important!~

Answer 6

most of times no
but they say the same meaning with different phrasing as they remember
because the actor needs to feel what he 's saying not just memorising it

Answer 7

The great ones can ad lib and you'll
never know.