20 times actors went method and nailed the role

9. Hilary Swank - Boys Don't Cry

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In this movie, Hilary Swank plays the role of Brandon Teena, a trans man whose life ended tragically in a hate crime. Swank had only done a few TV and film roles at the time. For Boys Don't Cry, Swank fully committed herself to the role, taking on the role of being a man for a month before filming. She bound her chest, lost weight, and adopted masculine characteristics, immersing herself in Teena's life to bring authenticity to the role.

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