‘The Office’: Rainn Wilson admitted that he was unhappy during the filming of the series

When it comes to the entertainment industry, it’s hard to see how much what’s on screen can reflect the state of mind and mental health of an actor off-screen. In this sense, Rainn Wilsonwho plays Dwight Schrute in OfficeHe stated that he had not experienced the best period of his life during the recording of the series.

IN Club Random Podcasthosted by Bill Maher, Wilson explained that he “was really unhappy for a few years because it wasn’t enough.” Fame and critical acclaim were not enough as long as he continued to film episodes of one of the most successful series on American television. Officewhich aired from 2005 to 2013, has almost always been a surefire contender for awards.

But, as they say, not all that glitters is gold. Sometimes there is a complex personal story behind every recorded laugh or recorded joke. At some point during those years, Rainn Wilson went through a process of comparison and dissatisfaction that took a toll on his mental health. The translator explained it this way: “When I was in Officehe made hundreds of thousands [de dólares] and he was a TV star. But I wanted to be a movie star. It was never enough.” The actor explained that he had been treated for twenty years.

Office: therapy and cure for COVID-19

Due to the show’s impact on viewers’ lives and in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Rainn Wilson has forgiven himself and those moments from his traumatic past. Because? In the months of confinement, when everything seemed gloomy and mournful, Office brought a little joy to the homes of millions of people.

Wilson described it this way: “I can’t tell you [a Bill Maher, el conductor del programa] how many times a day both online and in person, people say to me: “Thank you for Officefor laughs it gave me and my family” or “[la serie] healed us during COVID.” When we were recording, I didn’t think of humor as a therapeutic and balm. I’m honored to be a part of something like this.”

Office It ran for nine seasons and 201 episodes in total. Ten years after its last chapter was shown on television, the series is still present in the collective imagination. It achieves this through phrases and scenes that have remained in the minds of viewers, it has gained a second life – perhaps even more important than its original broadcast – thanks to streaming platforms and even memes that have made it a timeless offering.