When a black actor or actress delivers a flawless performance in an American project, one is probably inclined to assume they’re American…until the press run, that is. Many British actors have risen to prominence in Hollywood by studying and mastering American accents, not only showing their own range and versatility, but bringing depth and authenticity […]
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The latest “Star War” trilogy might be drawing to a close, but newcomers Keri Russell and Naomi Ackie are hoping they’ll become part of the ensemble of memorable characters introduced throughout the nine film Skywalker saga. Russell is well-established, while Ackie is an actress on the rise. Both learned quickly about […]
Fans raved about Cynthia Erivo’s portrayal of Harriet Tubman when the trailer for the upcoming film hit the web a few days ago, but some critics are bashing the casting decision, since Erivo is of British descent.
