10 Insane Ways Actors Prepared For Famous Movie Scenes

1. Michelle Williams Tied A Belt Around Her Knees To Perfect Marilyn Monroe's Walk - My Week With Marilyn

There are few actresses who could truly embody the spirit and match the mannerisms of someone as iconic as Marilyn Monroe, and yet, Michelle Williams clearly did her homework for her role in My Week with Marilyn, earning a Best Actress Oscar nod for her troubles.

Getting Monroe's distinct vocal register right is one thing, but in order to nail her specific, wiggly walk, Williams resorted to tying a belt around her knees while walking, training her brain and body to alter her walk in the process.

Though the walk is just a small part of the performance, Williams nevertheless carries herself with the perfect amount of Monroe swagger while tottering around on screen.