Georgia Acken

Georgia Acken shares her journey from an upbringing on Salt Spring Island to traveling the world as an emerging actress in the international performing arts industry. She discusses her early inspirations, the transition from stage to screen, and the impact of the pandemic on her creative process. Georgia reflects on her experiences working on projects like "The Sacrifice Game" and her aspirations for the future, emphasizing the importance of community, creativity, and personal growth in her life & career. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:07 Creative Identity and Community 05:58 Early Inspirations and Acting Journey 09:04 Transition to Film and Television 11:58 Impact of the Pandemic on Creativity 14:54 Training and Development as an Actor 18:05 Differences Between Theater and Film 20:59 First On-Screen Experience 23:57 Lessons Learned on Set 30:17 The Art of Authentic Storytelling 31:49 Journey to The Sacrifice Game 34:38 Auditioning and Callback Experiences 36:00 Filming The Sacrifice Game 39:50 Life After The Sacrifice Game 45:00 Reflections on Growth and Future Goals 49:53 Inspiration and Creative Pursuits 52:40 Acting and Life Advice