Why Kerry Washington Nonetheless Feels Like She’s Simply Getting Began

KW: I used to be actually impressed by a few of my co-stars on Scandal to start out directing. The present was so historic in so some ways when it comes to breaking floor, and altering the face of tv—however the one two actors on the present who ever directed at first had been our two white male leads, Tony Goldwyn and Scott Foley. Shonda [Rhimes] requested me early on—I assume she was watching dailies and heard me speaking to among the actors—she mentioned, “, I might love so that you can direct an episode.” Nevertheless it took me just a few seasons to have the center to do it. I did not need the present to finish with out taking that leap and ensuring that our legacy of actor-directors included a extra numerous pool.

E!: Do you relate to the sensation of being content material about your accomplishments for about six minutes after which it is onto the following factor?
KW: I feel so. A part of it’s, I’ve by no means been drawn to this work for accolades. And I am not saying that in an smug manner, I feel the accolades are unbelievable and I in all probability ought to have a good time them greater than I do. However the factor that brings me probably the most pleasure is the magic of the method, discovering a narrative, determining a strategy to have the story reveal itself. For me I extra really feel like, “Have a look at us, we’re doing it!” after I’m on set at 6 a.m. on a Monday morning and planning my shot whereas the solar is rising, attempting to verify we’re there simply on the proper second. That for me is, “Wow, have a look at the place we’re, that is so thrilling!”

(This interview was edited for size and readability.)

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