'It's very embarrassing': Sophie Turner on rage, romance and the horror of watching Game of Thrones

Sophie Turner reveals the challenges of playing complex characters in her early career, drawing parallels between Sansa Stark and Jean Grey. The Game of Thrones star credits the show's fan culture with fueling her passion for acting, while acknowledging that she faced a steep learning curve when starting out.

For Turner, playing Zara in Steal marked a return to form, offering a more nuanced portrayal than her earlier roles. Her character is driven by anger and a desire for revenge against those who wronged her, making her a far cry from the damsel-in-distress archetype often associated with female characters in period dramas.

The director's use of elaborate prosthetics created an unsettling atmosphere, leaving Turner and the rest of the cast feeling disoriented. The tension is palpable as Zara navigates a treacherous office environment, with her motivations constantly shifting between personal vendetta and professional survival.

Turner praises the show's writer for refusing to rely on tired tropes or stereotypes, instead opting for a more original approach that eschews straightforward villainy in favor of morally complex characters. This refreshingly realistic take has earned Steal critical acclaim, with many praising its unique blend of action and suspense.

In her personal life, Turner recently spoke out about the challenges of balancing career and motherhood after marrying American singer Joe Jonas in 2019. The couple divorced two years ago but remain committed to co-parenting their two children.

When asked about her future projects, Turner expressed a desire to tackle comedy roles, citing romcoms as her favorite genre. However, she acknowledges that the art of comedy is more nuanced and scientifically precise than drama, requiring a delicate balance between timing and delivery.

As Steal arrives on Prime Video, fans can expect an electrifying performance from Sophie Turner, whose commitment to complex characters has solidified her reputation as one of Hollywood's most talented actresses.
 
You know, I was reading this about Sophie Turner's new show Steal and it made me think... how do we define complexity in character development? Like, Sansa Stark and Jean Grey are both strong, multi-dimensional characters but they're so different from each other - Sansa is all about survival and Jean Grey is about self-discovery. But what does that say about us as a society that we can't just be one thing, right? We've got to navigate multiple emotions and motivations like our characters do 🀯. And for Sophie Turner, it's all about finding the nuance in her roles - she's not afraid to take on darker characters or challenge herself creatively πŸ’‘.
 
🀯 I gotta say, Sophie Turner's been on fire lately! She's finally breaking free from that period drama mold and showing us what she's really capable of. That show Steal sounds SO dark and twisted - I'm already obsessed with the premise. And yessss, the writing is spot on, no tired tropes or stereotypes here! πŸ™Œ The fact that she's been open about struggling to balance her career and motherhood is relatable af too... we've all been there, right? πŸ’β€β™€οΈ But hey, it's great to see her embracing comedy roles next - let's get this girl laughing on screen ASAP! πŸ˜‚
 
I think it's time we stopped romanticizing period dramas and the "damsel-in-distress" trope that comes with them. I mean, we've seen it time and time again - a female character in a restrictive setting, waiting to be rescued by a dude. Sophie Turner's role as Zara in Steal is a breath of fresh air because she's not your typical period drama princess. She's got edge, she's got anger, and she's got a whole lot of sass. And you know what? It's kinda refreshing.
 
I'm loving how Sophie Turner is being real about the struggles she faced in her early career πŸ€—! It's awesome that she credits the GoT fan culture for fueling her passion for acting - it's clear that her dedication has paid off πŸ’ͺ. The way she talks about Steal and Zara's character, I'm totally here for it too πŸ˜†! Her willingness to take on complex roles and defy stereotypes is so inspiring, and I love how she acknowledges the importance of nuanced comedy 🀣. Can't wait to see what she does next!
 
I'm loving how Sophie Turner is finally getting the recognition she deserves πŸ™Œ She was always a talent, but it's about time people started noticing her range. I mean, Sansa Stark wasn't easy to play, and Jean Grey was a total departure from her earlier roles... like Zara in Steal, which sounds so intense and thrilling! The way they created an unsettling atmosphere with the prosthetics was pure genius πŸŽ₯

I'm also loving that she's finally speaking out about balancing career and motherhood. As a mum myself (or at least I try to be πŸ˜‚), it's not easy, but Sophie seems to have got it down pat. And comedy? Yeah, good luck with that! Romcoms are my fave too, but it's like you said, the art of comedy is all about timing and delivery... still a work in progress for me 🀣
 
I'm not sure I agree with all the praise for Steal πŸ€”...I mean, don't get me wrong, Sophie Turner is awesome and all that, but I think she's been typecast into playing these complex characters for too long πŸ™„. She needs to show us what she can do in a romcom, where the stakes are low and the script is witty πŸ˜‚. Otherwise, we'll just be seeing more of her brooding on screen, which, while great, gets old after a while πŸ’”. Plus, I'm not convinced that Steal is as groundbreaking as everyone's making it out to be πŸ€·β€β™€οΈ...it's still just a TV show, right? 😎
 
OMG, I'm literally so hyped for Sophie Turner's next moves! 🀩 She's killing it with Steal and I love how she's not afraid to take on complex roles that challenge her as an actress. I mean, Sansa Stark was a great start, but Zara is on a whole other level πŸ˜‚. And can we talk about how she's still killing the game as a single mom? πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ She's proof that you can have it all and do it all so well πŸ’β€β™€οΈ. Comedy roles are next for her? I'm HERE. FOR. IT 🀣, more Sophie Turner = more joy in my life! πŸ’–
 
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