The phrase "searing performance" means an exceptionally intense and powerful display of talent or skill that leaves a deep and lasting impact on the audience. Full definition
The 31 - year - old Kenyan's searing performance as Patsey, Solomon's fellow slave, was her first ever film role. (independent.ie)
Whatever it's called, we reckon that, if it has the kind of searing performance and soul of the last generation, it will be worth its rumored $ 70,000 or so asking price. (automobilemag.com)
The visual style pours as much emotional juice into the boiling, moody brew that Gilligan cooks up as his actors» searing performances do. (metacritic.com)