Exploring the potential of African talent in film and media, discussing the importance of representation, and the aspiration to cultivate a flourishing African film industry with globally relevant stories.
Trevor sits down in Abu Dhabi with actor, director and DJ, Idris Elba. The two of them swap stories about taking the plunge and moving to America for work and Elba shares the secret he was told not to reveal when auditioning for The Wire. They also discuss why Africa may be the future of entertainment, the art of the accent, and debate who can best pull off a Nelson Mandela impression.
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