In the 1980s, there were only 63 Black films by, for, or about Black Americans. But in the 1990s, that number quadrupled, with 220 Black films making their way to cinema screens nationwide. What sparked this “Black New Wave?” Who blazed this path for contemporaries like Ava DuVernay, Kasi Lemmons and Jordan Peele? And how did these films transform American culture as a whole? Presenting The Class of 1989, a new limited-run series from pop culture critics Len Webb and Vincent Williams, hosts ...
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EP 107: Andromeda Godfrey: Photographer, Make-Up Artist, Baker & Mom Turned Actor
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***There is an audio echo during the first couple minutes of our interview but I promise you it goes away at 2:00!!****
In this conversation, Andromeda discusses her experiences and upcoming projects in the acting industry. She shares the challenges she faced and how she navigated them. Andromeda also talks about her upcoming movie release and the impact of strikes on the industry. She shares her experience working on the film 'Love at First Sight' and discusses the fast-paced nature of romantic comedies. Finally, she offers some words of advice for aspiring actors.
Takeaways
- Actors often face challenges in their careers and need to navigate them with determination and resilience.
- Upcoming movie releases can be exciting for actors, but they may need to consider external factors such as strikes in the industry.
- Strikes can have a significant impact on the availability of acting opportunities.
- Working on romantic comedies can be fast-paced, requiring actors to adapt quickly and deliver their best performances.
- Actors should embrace all acting opportunities and be open to different roles and genres.
- Commitment and perseverance are essential in pursuing acting dreams.
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127 episodes
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Content provided by Janet McMordie. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Janet McMordie or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://player.fm/legal.
***There is an audio echo during the first couple minutes of our interview but I promise you it goes away at 2:00!!****
In this conversation, Andromeda discusses her experiences and upcoming projects in the acting industry. She shares the challenges she faced and how she navigated them. Andromeda also talks about her upcoming movie release and the impact of strikes on the industry. She shares her experience working on the film 'Love at First Sight' and discusses the fast-paced nature of romantic comedies. Finally, she offers some words of advice for aspiring actors.
Takeaways
- Actors often face challenges in their careers and need to navigate them with determination and resilience.
- Upcoming movie releases can be exciting for actors, but they may need to consider external factors such as strikes in the industry.
- Strikes can have a significant impact on the availability of acting opportunities.
- Working on romantic comedies can be fast-paced, requiring actors to adapt quickly and deliver their best performances.
- Actors should embrace all acting opportunities and be open to different roles and genres.
- Commitment and perseverance are essential in pursuing acting dreams.
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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