Here's How To Transition From Child Actor To Star

joseph-gordon-levitt-with-magnets.jpgIf you're not familiar with Joseph Gordon-Levitt, my guess is that you will be soon. Gordon-Levitt already has two decades worth of acting credits under his belt (he got his start in the entertainment industry at the age of 4). He's best known for his role on television's 3rd Rock From The Sun (not to be confused with 30 Rock. Ha ha). He was also the lead in the little seen uber-violent teen noir crime film, Brick. The big news that prompted this random post is Joseph's recent casting in the movie, Hesher, where he'll share the screen with Rainn Wilson (Dwight Schrute, The Office) and Natalie Portman (screen princess). The plot revolves around a young boy in a tough family situation who falls for Portman's character after she befriends him. The film will be helmed by up-and-coming director, Spencer Susser. It's refreshing to see a talented person who's been involved in acting since childhood embracing his gift and growing with it instead of self-destructing. I'm sure I don't have to name names here to get my point across! I'm looking forward to seeing more from Joseph. Maybe our favorite redhead can pull herself back from the brink and start taking notes on how to do it right. 

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