Preparing to Play Lightning and Thunder

Hugh and Kate describe preparing for their roles, singing live on set, and working with Rachel.

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Academy Award-nominated actors Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson join The Oprah Podcast to discuss their upcoming extraordinary film Song Sung Blue which will be released in theaters on December 25. Song Sung Blue is a deeply moving love story about dreams and second chances. Based on a true story, Hugh and Kate portray the Milwaukee couple Mike and Claire Sardina, who were the legendary Neil Diamond tribute band duo known as "Lightning & Thunder.” The film is also an homage to Neil Diamond’s beloved catalogue of iconic songs. The podcast was recorded with a live audience who screened the film in New York City. The episode also features a surprise guest from Kate Hudson’s past, a Zoom surprise with viewers in Milwaukee and questions from the audience.

Song Sung Blue

In theaters everywhere Christmas Day.

https://www.focusfeatures.com/song-sung-blue

00:00:00 - Welcome Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson, stars of Song Sung Blue

00:00:00 - Song Sung Blue movie preview

00:04:50 - Hugh Jackman on the Lightning and Thunder documentary

00:08:00 - Hugh and Kate react to reviews

00:10:15 - Oprah shares her love for Neil Diamond

00:11:48 - Movie clip

00:13:06 - How Hugh prepared to be a Neil Diamond impersonator

00:14:00 - Neil Diamond’s reaction to the movie

00:16:35 - Kate on her singing role