Sean Cory is a guy who knows a thing or two about acting. Not only is he considered one of the best up and commers in Los Angeles, but his new feature film with DMX is scheduled for release later this year. In a town full of bullshit wannabe actors, Publicity Whore sat down to see what makes Sean such a standout and THE GUY everyone is keeping their eyes on in 2003.

P.W: OK, I'm hearing a lot about this movie you got coming out with DMX. Lots of action, plenty of smokin' babes. What's the real story here?

Guys how'd you like to star in a film next to her!

Sean: The name of the film is "Cradle 2 The Grave", and along with Jet Li and DMX, the movie also stars Chi Mcbride from "Boston Public", Mark Dacascos from "Brotherhood of the Wolf", Kelly Hu From "The Scorpion King", and Gabrielle Union from "Bring it On". The story is about an undercover Taiwanese agent (Li) trying to recover stolen jewels, but it turns out the jewels are actually a superweapon with enormous destructive power. He gets help from DMX, and together they battle the bad guys(great fight scenes) and try to save the day.

DMX puts the smack down in Cradle 2 The Grave

P.W: For those that don't know about your background, how did you get started in the acting business?

Sean: I've been here 8 years. Oh god. 8 years. I need a drink. Anyway, How I got started. Way back in the 8th grade, I was in an advanced english class, in Hartford, CT. My teacher saw an ad in the paper for a community theatre audition-the play was "David and Lisa"- for extra credit, she had me go audition for the play, and the idea was to write a report about the audition, but they actually cast me-That's how I got the acting bug.

Something every LA entertainer knows all too well about!

P.W: Who are the people you've looked to for support as you've been building your career?

Sean: My mentors....First and foremost, my mom (God rest her soul). Without her support in the early going, I never would have made it this far. as far as career mentors,there are quite a few. I've been lucky enough here to be friends with a lot of working actors, directors and producers, people I met when i first got to town. having a good support system here is as important (if not more so) as a good agent. The most important career lesson I've learned to get ahead? BE PROACTIVE. Do Theatre, get in a class or a workshop, network, network, network, handle all of the "Business" of show business. People will help you if they see you helping yourself. Do something to advance your career every single day.

Sean Cory: One guy who hasn't let success go to his head

P.W: Besides Cradle 2 The Grave, what other films have you worked on?

Sean: Other films That I've done include "Phantom Pain"(Nominated for grand jury prize, slamdance film festival1998), "Fatal Blade" with Cuba Gooding SR. (Cuba's dad) and Japanese rocker Seiko Matsuda, and I got to work with Michael Jackson on the music video "Stranger in Moscow", part of the "HIStory on Film Volume II" Compilation. Working with Michael was beyond cool. On T.V., I've done "The Practice", and "7 Days" with Jonathan Lapaglia. I AM AN ACTOR FOR LIFE. I don't want to do anything else.

Michael then....

P.W: If there were a 'role you were meant to play' what would it be?

Sean: Any role that involves a love scene with Halle Berry. Any. I'll play the sheets on the bed. I don't care.

P.W: What is working with DMX like? Is he cool or a totally arrogant prick?

Sean: DMX was totally cool and totally accessible. Plus he brought a pack of some of the hottest women I've ever seen on the set with him. Gotta love the guy.

...and Michael now!

P.W: Is breaking into the acting business really as tough as people say?

Sean: Yes, it really is tough. You really have to be a special sort of person to deal. It takes a lot of balls to live your dream and deal with constant rejection. Having said that, there are also a lot of player- hating whiners out there as well. Suck it up you pussies!!!!

"You better listen to my man Sean or get DMX'd the fuck out"

P.W: If you could meet any person from history, who would it be and would you ask them?

Sean: Sindey Potier. And all I could really say would be "Thank you".

P.W: Are you from LA originally, or one of these transplanted 'actor by day, food service professionals by night' types?

Sean: I was born in Hartford, CT, but I grew up in Queens, NY. Acting has been my only profession, But i've had every job in America at least once, except for porn star.

Ron Jeremy & Holly Hollywood

P.W: What advice can you offer to someone breaking into the 'business'?

Sean: My advice? Study your craft. I'm serious. Find a good acting program or a good acting teacher, preferably someone who is a working actor themselves. Never pay out of your pocket for representation, avoid anyone who represents themselves as your only avenue into the business(Guru types). Go ahead and call The unions(SAG, AFTRA, EQUITY) if you have questions about an agent. Do your homework on people as much as possible.

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P.W: What are your thoughts on musicians like Eminem who are now breaking into movie roles?

Sean: I have not seen 8 mile, but I think Eminem is a great artist.

I mean will someone please teach this man how to shave properly

P.W: Nelly - love him or hate him?

D$: Nelly is da bomb. "Pimp Juice" is the shizz-nit.

P.W: If you weren't acting what would you be doing?

Sean: If I weren't an actor? Maybe a teacher. The thing I like most about acting is just the opportunity to create a great character, to be someone else. Lots of fun.

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"That Sean Cory is one fine dude!"

P.W: What's the trick to getting an agent who's worth a shit?

Sean: I think the key to landing an agent is to be recommended, either by a Casting Director, or by one of their clients. That's much better than a blind submission. What They look for (I think), are talented, PROFESSIONAL, actors with a sale-able look.

P.W: We heard that J-Lo has been on your tip for a long time, and once her preposterous relationship with Ben Affleck ends (and you know it will) you're gonna be the next cat on deck. Any truth to this?

Sean: That's a dirty lie. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. Well ....

Come back to me baby....come back!

P.W: So how many hunnies are you sporting these days, being an up and coming celeb and all?

Sean: I'm absolutely single.

P.W: And if you had to tell some poor pathetic bastard what you think about the guys at Publicity Whore, what would you say?

Sean: You guys are the best!!!!!!!!!! Your magazine strikes a blow for humanity, for all of us that say, Yes, Virginia, WE ARE PUBLICITY WHORES!!!!!! (can I get an amen?)

P.W: For you Sean, we'll even throw in a Hell Ya!

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Check out the Cradle 2 The Grave Trailer:
http://www.bet.com/articles/0,,c5gb4825-5543,00.html

Wanna learn more about Sean Cory?
Then email him: sean@publicitywhore.com