Sophie Turner, 29, sits in a sleek office space, dressed impeccably and exuding an air of confidence that's hard to ignore. When asked about her experiences filming Game of Thrones, she admits that it was "a trial by fire" but also a defining moment in her career. Turner was cast as Sansa Stark at just 13 years old, a role that would require her to embody anxious, aristocratic self-possession at an age when many teenagers are still figuring out who they are.
"I learned how to act on that set, and now I'm thinking: that's not how to do it," Turner says with a laugh. "It was embarrassing, feeling like I'd grown so much in such a short time." The pressure of playing a pivotal character weighed heavily on her, and she often found herself questioning her own abilities.
Despite the challenges, Turner's performance as Sansa Stark earned her widespread critical acclaim and cemented her status as a talented young actress. She went on to reprise the role in X-Men: Apocalypse, a franchise that came with its own set of expectations.
Now, Turner is leading a cast in Steal, a Prime Video drama about a corporate heist that's tense, white-knuckle-paced and full of surprises. The show follows Zara, an office drone who finds herself caught up in a world of chaos and betrayal. Turner's performance is nuanced and complex, with her character embodying both vulnerability and resilience.
Turner credits the show's original screenplay to novelist Sotiris Nikias, who wrote crime under a pseudonym, Ray Celestin. The script refused to make traditional action-drama clichés, instead opting for a more novelistic feel that kept Turner on her toes.
"The villains have elaborate but subtle prosthetics, so all their faces seem slightly off," she explains. "It was like they'd been rendered by an amateur sculptor." The cast and crew had to get used to this new level of realism, with the villains' disguises creating a sense of disorientation.
Despite the challenges, Turner revels in the chaos and tension of Steal. "Life is tough, but I'm tougher," she says with a grin. As for comedy, Turner admits that it's harder than drama, requiring timing, delivery, and a certain scientific approach.
After a period of focusing on her family and self-care, Turner is now ready to return to the screen in style. Steal feels like a homecoming for her, with its gritty realism and British charm making it a standout in an industry slowly recovering from the pandemic and writers' strike.
As she prepares to take on her next role as Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge's live-action adaptation, Turner is clear about what she wants: complex characters, high stakes, and drama that feels real. With Steal under her belt, it's clear that she's ready for whatever the future holds.
"I learned how to act on that set, and now I'm thinking: that's not how to do it," Turner says with a laugh. "It was embarrassing, feeling like I'd grown so much in such a short time." The pressure of playing a pivotal character weighed heavily on her, and she often found herself questioning her own abilities.
Despite the challenges, Turner's performance as Sansa Stark earned her widespread critical acclaim and cemented her status as a talented young actress. She went on to reprise the role in X-Men: Apocalypse, a franchise that came with its own set of expectations.
Now, Turner is leading a cast in Steal, a Prime Video drama about a corporate heist that's tense, white-knuckle-paced and full of surprises. The show follows Zara, an office drone who finds herself caught up in a world of chaos and betrayal. Turner's performance is nuanced and complex, with her character embodying both vulnerability and resilience.
Turner credits the show's original screenplay to novelist Sotiris Nikias, who wrote crime under a pseudonym, Ray Celestin. The script refused to make traditional action-drama clichés, instead opting for a more novelistic feel that kept Turner on her toes.
"The villains have elaborate but subtle prosthetics, so all their faces seem slightly off," she explains. "It was like they'd been rendered by an amateur sculptor." The cast and crew had to get used to this new level of realism, with the villains' disguises creating a sense of disorientation.
Despite the challenges, Turner revels in the chaos and tension of Steal. "Life is tough, but I'm tougher," she says with a grin. As for comedy, Turner admits that it's harder than drama, requiring timing, delivery, and a certain scientific approach.
After a period of focusing on her family and self-care, Turner is now ready to return to the screen in style. Steal feels like a homecoming for her, with its gritty realism and British charm making it a standout in an industry slowly recovering from the pandemic and writers' strike.
As she prepares to take on her next role as Lara Croft in Phoebe Waller-Bridge's live-action adaptation, Turner is clear about what she wants: complex characters, high stakes, and drama that feels real. With Steal under her belt, it's clear that she's ready for whatever the future holds.
she was so young when she started filming game of thrones and she totally deserved all the pressure on her shoulders. acting like sansa stark at 13 is wild, fam 
. but you know what? it paid off because now she's one of the most talented actresses out there.
the way the show blends action and drama is so unique. i love how sophie turns in a performance that's both vulnerable and strong at the same time. and can we talk about those villains' prosthetics? 
they're literally so unsettling!
. She was just a 13-year-old girl thrown into a game of thrones, playing a character that's basically a tragic heroine with no escape from her fate 
. I mean, what kind of message does that send to young girls everywhere? That they're destined for drama and heartbreak from a very young age?
. It sounds like just another mindless action flick, but wait, there's more! The script is actually pretty subversive and realistic, with creepy villains that will keep you on your toes 
. But what's really interesting is that Turner herself said it was like a "trial by fire" for her acting skills 
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. Sophie Turner, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, they're all just pawns in a much bigger game 
. Wake up, sheeple!
! She's totally embodying this complex character Zara, you know? I mean, playing an office drone who gets caught up in a crazy world of corporate heist is like, her dream role or something 
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. I'm so excited to see what she does next, whether it's that Lara Croft adaptation or whatever other project comes her way 
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. Bring on Phoebe Waller-Bridge's Lara Croft adaptation - I'm here for it!
after going through all that pressure on game of thrones, it's no surprise she's got her act together 
. The way she talks about the show's unique visual style and how it kept her on her toes is totally relatable - I need to try those elaborate prosthetics at home 
, the way she brings vulnerability and resilience to Zara is mind-blowing. I love how she's not afraid to get real about her experiences in the industry too 
Sophie Turner's transformation from a young actress to a seasoned pro is truly inspiring! She's been through so much in her career already and yet still manages to take on complex roles like Zara in Steal. The way she describes the show's realistic villains, it's crazy how much detail went into creating their prosthetics 
I'm so impressed with Sophie Turner's growth as an actress! It's amazing how far she's come from being just 13 years old and playing Sansa Stark. She's really brave about sharing her struggles on set, it takes a lot of courage to admit that you felt overwhelmed and unsure of yourself.
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. And let's be real, the whole prosthetic thing sounds a bit gimmicky to me...like they're trying too hard to stand out 
. I'm not convinced it's going to be all that different from any other show like it. Can we really trust Prime Video to deliver something original and exciting? 
29 and still killing it on screen, Sophie Turner is def one of the most talented actresses out there! I mean, playing Sansa Stark at just 13 was wild, but it's clear she's grown so much since then. she's been through the fire and come out the other side with a newfound confidence that's infectious