Jeff Gladstone: Navigating Fame From Calgary to Kryptic

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Actor Jeff Gladstone shares his journey from Calgary's improv scene to Vancouver's film industry and his upcoming psychological thriller "Kryptic." His theatrical background with Keith Johnstone's innovative improv techniques created a foundation for screen success, culminating in roles on shows like Twilight Zone, Resident Alien, and Fire Country.

• Started at Calgary's Loose Moose Theatre under improv pioneer Keith Johnstone
• Describes improv as "theater meets professional wrestling" in terms of audience engagement
• Transitioned to film acting after a decade in theater, gaining his breakthrough with director Bruce Sweeney
• Appeared in notable productions including Supernatural, Goosebumps, and Fire Country
• Discusses the shift from in-person auditions to self-tape submissions and how his improv background helps in both formats
• Stars in the upcoming psychological thriller "Kryptic" directed by photographer Kourtney Roy
• Plays a husband whose character gradually unravels in this monster-hunting mystery film

Check out Kryptic in theaters May 9th or streaming May 29th.

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