"Your internal dialogue has got to be different from what you say. And, you know, in film, hopefully that registers and speaks volumes. It’s always the unspoken word and what’s happening behind someone’s eyes that makes it so rich."

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Viola Davis

Actress, Producer

Viola Davis is an acclaimed actress and producer known for her powerful performances in films like 'Fences' and her advocacy for representation in the arts.

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