Get real about reel careers
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The character portrayed by your favourite actor in a movie does not
reflect what you will get to do at the workplace in real life
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What was the last time you saw a movie where the
performance of your favourite actor made a strong impression? Inspired
you to aspire for the same 'role' in real life? If that is the case,
here's a reality check for you.
One of the worst things you can do is take a course just because it leads on to a career that you saw in a movie, one which had a character portrayed by your favourite actor. The sad reality is that 'reel' careers are far removed from what happens at the workplace in real life. In some cases, the movies cover perhaps 2% of what the career entails; in most cases, not even that much. Movies are getting realistic and do show the dark side of careers, but they tend to exaggerate. While some movies end up overstating the advantages of a career, others show it in a highly negative light, dissuading even those who would legitimately want to pursure the profession. So keep in mind that while it is okay to enjoy movie characters within the multiplex, learn to say goodbye to them with the closing credits. Get back to real life and college courses. |
The character portrayed by your favourite actor in a movie does not reflect what you will get to do at the workplace in real life
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