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arts & entertainment Green Mile to Green Lantern Michael clarke Duncan Interview with kam Williams talks about his latest outing as the voice of Kilowog in the Green Lantern. B kam Williams: Hi Michael, thanks so much for the time. Michael clarke Duncan: Hey, how’re you doing, Kam? kW: I’m fine, thanks. I think the last time we spoke was when you were doing The Island. McD: Man, that was a long time ago. But I remember that we share the same birthday. Isn’t that right? kW: Almost. Mine is December 11th; yours is the 10th. But I also have a few years on you. McD: That’s alright. It’s all in your mind. kW: I have a lot of questions for you from fans, so why don’t I jump right into them. Editor/Legist Patricia Turnier says: I think you’re a great actor and you should have won the Academy Award when you were nominated for The Green Mile. McD: Thank you, Patricia. I have to admit that I agree with her. I think I should have won the Oscar and I believe The Green Mile should’ve won for Best Picture. It was the best movie made by anybody that year, hands down. kW: Patricia asks: Is there a movie genre or type of role that you haven’t had the opportunity to do that you would like to? McD: Yes, what I have not done is play the lead in a romantic comedy. I have a comedic side and I bet people would enjoy seeing me get the beautiful woman in the end. Something like that would definitely work. kW: Patricia also asks: What advice can you give to young people who want to fol- low in your footsteps? McD: First off, have a plan. Know what you want to do, because if you don’t know what you want to do, you’ll get stuck. It’s orn on December 10, 1957 in Chicago where he and his sister were raised by a single-mom, Michael Clarke Duncan is a survivor who went from homeless to bodyguard to aspiring actor to a Hollywood star with an Oscar-nomination on his resume’. And his career has contin- ued to flourish since that critically- acclaimed performance in the pivotal role of gentle giant John Coffey in “The Green Mile.” The towering, 6’5” thespian has enjoyed a long list of credits, and is set to star in his first full-time TV role in the new drama series “The Finder,” on FOX. He also has several movies upcoming, including the independent horror thriller “The Sibling,” with Mischa Barton, and the sports drama “From the Rough,” starring Taraji P. Henson. His recent film work includes “Street Fighter: The Legend of Chun-Li,” “The Last Mimzy” and “Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby.” Among his other film credits are “The Island,” “Daredevil,” “The Scorpion King,” “Planet of the Apes,” “See Spot Run,” “Bulworth,” “The Whole Nine Yards,” and “Armageddon.” Big Mike has lent his distinctive, deep voice to such animated projects as “Kung Fu Panda,” “Racing Stripes,” “Brother Bear,” “Delgo,” “Dintopia: Curse of the Ruby Sunstone,” “George of the Jungle 2,” and both “Cats & Dogs” and “Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore.” Duncan’s television credits include guest- starring roles on the hit shows “Two and a Half Men,” “Chuck,” “Family Guy,“ “The Jaime Foxx Show,” “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air,” “Weird Science,” “Married With Children” and “The Wayans Bros.” Here, he not as easy as people think. A lot of kids think they can just go to Hollywood and become an actor or actress. It’s not that easy. There are millions of kids who come out here wanting to act. So, you have to have a plan, and you have to stick with that plan, because it’s not going to be easy by any means. You’re aware of that, Kam, because of all the degrees you have. You had to go to school and study. And aspiring actors need to take acting classes … know your craft inside and out… and get a job when you arrive in L.A. Don’t depend on acting as your sole source of income. Work nights, so you can have your days off to attend auditions. Have something to fall back on. That’s what my mother taught me, and it’s critical in Hollywood. kW: You play voice of Kilowog in Green Lantern. Did you ever have to be on the set for this role? McD: No, I was never on the set, Kam. Martin [Director Martin Campbell] had me in a studio in Burbank. He knew what he wanted and was very specific. He’s an excellent director who really drives you and pushes you hard. kW: Teresa Emerson wants to know whether you enjoy doing voiceover work. McD: Oh, of course you have to love it any time you can go to the studio in paja- mas, and the only preparation you have to do is take a shower and brush your teeth. You don’t even have to memorize your lines. The script is right there in front of you. So, yeah, I love voiceover work. It’s right up there with acting. Read the rest of this story online at www.theskanner.com classifieds To place your ad, email advertising@theskanner.com Hammer & Hand seeks a BPI-CERTIFIED “BUILDING ANALYST” TECH SERVICES & SERVICE DESK MANAGER $64,872 - $95,628 annually plus state benefits The Oregon Youth Authority is recruiting for a Tech Services and Service Desk Manager (PEMD) in the Information Systems Department. To obtain specific qualifications and the application process, visit www.ore- gon.gov/JOBS or www.oregon.gov/OYA. Apply on or before June 27, 2011 to announcement #OYA11-0024. We are an Affirmative Action equal opportunity employer. To join its growing Home Performance division. 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