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Colin Farrell reveals how he transformed into gambler for Ballad of a Small Player

  • Colin Farrell revealed he lived in a casino for eight weeks in Macau to prepare for his role as a gambler, Lord Doyle, in the film "Ballad of a Small Player".
  • Speaking at the London Film Festival, the actor described being constantly immersed in the casino environment, surrounded by its distinctive sounds and lights.
  • Farrell, 49, explained that Macau is often referred to as the "Las Vegas of Asia", providing an authentic setting for his character research.
  • He mentioned playing some games during his stay, but primarily focused on character immersion, noting that the card game his character plays is based on chance.
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