Guy Pearce Critiques His Own Performance in Christopher Nolan's 'Memento'

The actor recently rewatched the 2000 thriller and described his portrayal as deeply flawed, despite the film's critical acclaim.

Guy Pearce expressed dissatisfaction with his performance in Christopher Nolan's 2000 film 'Memento,' calling it 'nails on a chalkboard.'
Pearce revealed his feelings during a Q&A and subsequent interview after rewatching the film for the first time in years.
He stated that his attempt at a flippant attitude in the role was misguided and believes he was 'bad in a good movie.'
Despite Pearce's self-criticism, 'Memento' remains highly acclaimed, holding a 94% rating on Rotten Tomatoes and earning two Oscar nominations.
Pearce also addressed rumors about not working with Nolan again, attributing it to his own performance rather than external factors.