The large screen in movies can magnify every subtle expression on an actor's face, so it demands extreme realism, accuracy, and credibility.
However, theater doesn't allow retakes; everything is live. Facial expressions are minimized, body language is amplified, lines must be penetrating to create a strong sense of atmosphere, making rhythm, form, and lines of utmost importance.
But TV dramas are lengthy, episode after episode, with performances under the plot, where story and character settings are more significant than acting skills.
Generally speaking, as long as the audience doesn't feel disconnected, they can follow smoothly.
So why do those expressionless top celebrities become popular?
Because idol dramas really don't chase after acting skills.
Acting skills can only serve as the icing on the cake.
However, different levels of presentation will ultimately have an impact—clumsy, expressionless, steady, natural, lively, each level brings different benefits to the actor.
