I realized in school I didn’t like it. When he died, it was like a wake-up call.
ADEPERO ODUYEMy first audition was an open call and I had no picture and no resume
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I want to tell authentic, real stories with real characters.
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I assume Obama knows about stop and frisk, so this is not the person that should be the head of homeland security.
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So everyone making sure that I’m OK has turned what could’ve been a very scary, nerve-racking and lonely experience into a supportive environment.
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So you do things to make them proud and accept you.
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I was reading the paper and saw a cartoon with Ray Kelly frisking Obama, and I was like “Wait, what’s happening?” so I Googled it.
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And I’m not sure if he [made his comments on Trayvon] because he was asked a question and he was trying to be diplomatic and neutral – that can’t happen.
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She’s been doing Trip to Bountiful for four months, and it still feels real.
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Everybody has been amazing, and the energy is really beautiful. I’m replacing my friend Condola
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It’s a surreal experience.
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I think L.A. is beautiful.
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I feel like they’re talking about someone else we both know.
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I’m in awe of how grounded Ms. Tyson is and how her performances can be different but the same.
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That’s what you want art to do, to open people up and start conversations.
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There are conservative people in all colours in America.
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I love that you can watch a film and 10 years later still be affected.
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