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Crafting a Character: THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD Q&A with Thuso Mbedu and creative team
Q&A for Barry Jenkins’ THE UNDERGROUND RAILROAD with star Thuso Mbedu, editor Joi McMillon, cinematographer James Laxton, costume designer Caroline Eselin, hair designer Lawrence Davis, and makeup designer Doniella Davy. The panelists join moderator Beandrea July in a discussion of how each creative department brought the character of Cora to life.
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