About this episode
Ryan M. Perez interviews Ivana Miličević about her journey in Hollywood and the challenges of sustaining an acting career.
Join your host Ryan M. Perez as he sits down with actor Ivana Miličević, known for Banshee , Seinfeld , and Casino Royale , to discuss her journey from immigrating from Bosnia to building a decades-long career in Hollywood, her transition from modeling to acting in the 1990s, and the career-defining experience of starring in Banshee . She reflects on coming up in the industry alongside actors like Charlize Theron and working with Daniel Craig, her approach to auditioning and preparation, and navigating the balance between career and personal life during difficult moments. The conversation also explores the evolving entertainment landscape, the impact of COVID-19, and her perspective on what it means to sustain a career as a working actor today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
People in this episode
Host: Ryan M. Perez
Guest: Ivana Miličević
Topics covered
- acting career
- immigration
- Hollywood
- auditioning
- personal life
- COVID-19 impact
- entertainment industry
Keywords
- Ivana Miličević
- Banshee
- acting
- Hollywood
- auditioning
- COVID-19
- immigration
- career
Mentioned in this episode
Books & works: Banshee, Seinfeld, Casino Royale
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