Popcorn With Peter Travers Season 10 Episode 35 Chris Pratt On Gaining Weight for Future Roles and Being Insecure As an Actor
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- May 5, 2017
- 1020 min
In season 10, episode 35 of Popcorn With Peter Travers, actor Chris Pratt sits down for an in-depth interview about his career and body transformation for future film roles.
Pratt opens up about the pressure he feels as an actor to constantly transform his body for different roles and reveals the extreme lengths he has gone to in order to gain weight for certain parts. He discusses the physical toll it takes on his body and the emotional toll it takes on his self-esteem and confidence as an actor.
Throughout the interview, Pratt candidly reflects on the ups and downs of his career, discussing everything from his early days as a struggling actor to his breakout role on Parks and Recreation to his now-iconic turns in blockbuster franchises like Guardians of the Galaxy and Jurassic World.
Travers and Pratt also touch on the broader cultural impact of these types of action movies, discussing whether they perpetuate unrealistic body standards for men and women alike.
Despite the weighty topics being discussed, the interview is lighthearted and engaging, with Pratt's playful personality shining through. Fans of the actor are sure to enjoy this candid look into his life and career.