Maricel Soriano says she sees potential in Fyang Smith
Maricel Soriano and Fyang Smith. Anna Cerezo, ABS-CBN News/File“Haunted Carnival” actress Maricel Soriano shared how she helped push fellow cast member Fyang Smith to further hone her craft in the horror slasher.
The actress hailed as the “Diamond Star” said she saw potential in the former “Pinoy Big Brother” housemate.
“Hindi pa ako tapos sayo. Kasi hindi mo pa nalalabas ang gusto ko ilabas mo na alam ko kaya mo ilabas,” she recalled telling Smith during the pocket interview held for the Metro Manila Film Festival entry held in Quezon City on Thursday.
“May hesitations pa siya. hindi niya pa binibigay lahat. May wall pa ng slight. [Para mailabas] Dapat sabihin mo sa kanya totoo.”
She also shared her advice with Smith about the importance of discipline and being prepared on set.
“Sinasabi ko ‘Alamin mo dialogue and magpa-coach ka. May coach kasi sila.Mag concentrate ka anak. Mag focus ka anak. Pag cut OK na. Pero pag take serious dapat.”
According to Soriano, Smith was very attentive and took her tips to heart.
“Nakikinig siya… Nakakatuwa yung bata talagang inaaral niya,” she said.
“Haunted Carnival” will be shown in cinemas nationwide beginning Christmas Day.