‘I don't know if I can do this': ‘White Lotus' actor describes getting into his character's mindset
"White Lotus" actor Jason Isaacs describes how he got into the mindset of his character, Timothy Ratliff, for the finale that shocked fans of the show.
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Jason Isaacs, 62, is a British actor best known for the 'Harry Potter' film series, and TV's 'Star Trek: Discovery' and 'The White Lotus.' He currently co-stars in the biographical drama film 'Words of War.' He spoke with Marc Myers. Because I have an English accent, Americans often assume I have an expansive knowledge of culture, which is hilarious. I went to good schools, but all my family ever did was watch TV.
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