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Damon Herriman on Hollywood Auditions

2015

Damon Herriman on Hollywood Auditions

2015

  • NFSA IDJXGAMWBS
  • TypeOral History
  • MediumAudio
  • FormOral history
  • GenresBiographical
  • Year2015

Actor Damon Herriman in conversation with Lorna Lesley.

In this clip Damon describes the sheer nerves and relief when, after 3 solid years of effort, he receives his Hollywood breakthrough at a casting session for renowned playwright and director, David Mamet.

One of the most successful actors of his generation, Damon has appeared in numerous TV and film roles in both Australia and the US, including Frank Errol in The Sullivans (1976), Dewey Crowe in Justified (2010–2015), and Punch in Judy and Punch (Mirrah Foulkes, Australia, 2019).

Damon has won numerous awards, including Logie and AACTA awards, for his outstanding performances.

Actor Damon Herriman in conversation with Lorna Lesley.

In this clip Damon describes the sheer nerves and relief when, after 3 solid years of effort, he receives his Hollywood breakthrough at a casting session for renowned playwright and director, David Mamet.

One of the most successful actors of his generation, Damon has appeared in numerous TV and film roles in both Australia and the US, including Frank Errol in The Sullivans (1976), Dewey Crowe in Justified (2010–2015), and Punch in Judy and Punch (Mirrah Foulkes, Australia, 2019).

Damon has won numerous awards, including Logie and AACTA awards, for his outstanding performances.

  • Interviewer
    Lorna Lesley
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