Go behind the scenes with Kurt Carley as he shares his journey in motion tracking and acting. His work in filmmaking showcases the power of mocap for character animation and vfx. Kurt has an impressive resume, featuring roles in iconic films like Godzilla, Dungeons and Dragons, and Underworld. He’s not just an actor; he’s a master of embodying monsters, bringing them to life with creativity and skill. Kurt shares his journey from a small-town kid inspired by Godzilla to a professional performer in monster suits. He talks about the challenges of acting in heavy costumes, the importance of movement training, and how he prepares for roles that require a unique physicality. Kurt’s passion for creativity shines through as he discusses his early love for drawing and how it influenced his career. He emphasizes the importance of being adaptable and ready to exceed expectations on set. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s like to step into the shoes of a monster, this conversation is for you! Join us as we explore the art of performance and the creative process behind bringing fantastical characters to life. Get ready to be inspired and unleash your own creativity!
Kurt Carley started his professional career in the hit Off-Broadway show Little Shop of Horrors in NYC where he played the man-eating plant Audrey II. Soon, he was performing as Audrey II in theaters across the country. Meanwhile, he also performed large, over-sized characters and puppets for shows, shopping centers and private parties. Kurt was the first American to play the classic movie character Godzilla for a feature film in 1998. That created opportunities for work in other films, like: Lethal Weapon 4 (he helped puppeteer a shark!), the first three Underworld movies as Werewolves with Kate Beckinsale, the Predator in the acclaimed fan film Batman: Dead End, Sleestak and movement coach for the Will Ferrell movie Land of the Lost, M. Night Shyamalan’s Lady in the Water, and many more creatures and monsters made of foam latex!
As an actor, Kurt’s been seen in commercials for Docker’s pants, Fox Sports One, and in the movie A Haunted House 2, and the television show The West Wing.
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