The Story It's a Sin: Should gay roles be reserved for gay actors?
Feb 19, 2021
27:13
Before Channel 4's hit series It's Sin was broadcast, writer Russell T Davies made headlines for his comments on how the show was cast. Should LGBTQ+ roles only be played by those with a lived experience? Or is that in itself, a form of discrimination?
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Guests:
-Alex Roberts, actor.
-Lucinda Syson, casting director.
Host: David Aaronovitch.
Clips Used: Channel 4, BBC3, Oscars YouTube channel, Columbia Pictures, Sky News Australia, TRT World, ITV Loose Women.
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