Mark and Me Podcast

Episode 83: Daniel Webber

May 27, 2020
Daniel Webber, an Australian actor known for roles in 11.22.63, The Dirt and The Punisher. He discusses discovering acting in high school and early film inspirations. He explains researching Lee Harvey Oswald and preparing to play Vince Neil, including performing music. He reflects on Escape from Pretoria, working with Daniel Radcliffe, and advice for aspiring actors.
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ANECDOTE

How Daniel Found Acting Late In School

  • Daniel Webber discovered acting in high school and transitioned from enjoying screen entertainment to performing in stage plays by year 11–12.
  • He credits family outdoor adventures and fantasy films like Lord of the Rings for sparking his imagination and love for storytelling.
INSIGHT

Preparation Built A Nuanced Oswald

  • Playing Lee Harvey Oswald on 11.22.63 required deep research because there are many competing opinions about the man.
  • Webber used two months of prep and immersion to reconcile sources and craft a grounded portrayal for a high-profile Stephen King adaptation.
ADVICE

Portray Mental Illness With Honest Nuance

  • Do not glamorize or whitewash mental illness; portray it honestly to tell meaningful stories.
  • Webber values The Punisher for enabling a nuanced depiction of veterans' trauma within a mainstream franchise rather than sanitizing it.
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