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Actor Maor Shvizer Discusses Challenges of Playing Cult Member in 'The Escape'
Actor Maor Shvizer discussed his role as Eisner in the drama "The Escape," detailing the challenges of growing a long beard for the part, which interfered with kissing his newborn son. He also explained his interpretation of the character's motivations, suggesting that past humiliation led to a desire for revenge.
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What happened
- 01Actor Maor Shvizer found it difficult to kiss his newborn son due to a long beard for his role.
- 02Shvizer plays Eisner, a devoted follower of a fictional cult leader in the drama "The Escape."
- 03The actor grew the beard for seven months, calling it a "nightmare" that got food stuck in it.
- 04He believes his character's desire to humiliate others stems from past childhood mockery.
- 05The interview was conducted by fellow actor Ben Sultan for V1.
The interview took place on V1, a platform associated with Keshet 12.
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