20 times actors had to learn insane skills for a role

A representation of the "Hollywood" sign / Image Source: Getty
A representation of the "Hollywood" sign / Image Source: Getty

13) Jennifer Lawrence in Winter’s Bone

Jennifer Lawrence attends the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences / Image Source: Getty
Jennifer Lawrence attends the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences / Image Source: Getty

For her role in Winter’s Bone, Jennifer Lawrence is fully committed to capturing the harsh realities of life in the Ozarks. To play Ree Dolly, a tough teenager fighting to keep her family together, she learned how to skin squirrels and chop wood—skills that were integral to the character’s survival. This dedication to authenticity helped her deliver a raw, unforgettable performance that earned her an Oscar nomination and put her on the map as one of Hollywood’s brightest talents.

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Edited by Apoorva Jujjavarapu