Jessica Jefferies CDG/CDA
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5 years ago… and now I get to find other actors to do all these fun jobs!
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The greatest meal any woman will ever consume.
If you know, you know.
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Actors and Agents!
Question - how are you (or your clients) feeling about face-to-face castings and travelling into central London?
Give this a like if you think you’d be comfortable with it knowing that the studio were adhering to all guidelines.
Any feedback also welcome ❤️
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It’s the first working day of 2021 tomorrow!
We’ve got a handful of super exciting projects which will be kicking off the new year so keep your eyes peeled for the breakdowns!
How’s everyone warming up for the year?
👇🏼My reply to an actors email recently. Hope it’s helpful!❤️
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This morning I’ve realised I’m the parent who doesn’t own egg cups, so I’ve served my kid a dippy egg in a shot glass.
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Day 1 of auditions on a new project which inevitably meant my night was filled with dreams about being late, having to turn up in my pjs and being totally unable to form cohesive sentences 😂🤦🏻♀️🤯
Actors, are you finding yourself still getting nervous for auditions over Zoom?
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I’ve been quiet on here as I’ve been juggling a bit of work with our newest addition!
Another little human joined our family and he’s just as perfect and has bought us as much joy as his big brother does.
Sorry for the unanswered emails & messages, I’ll get back them asap!
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VERY exciting times ahead with the amazing
@elasylvester86
!
We’re very happy to announce we’re joining forces and will be casting projects across film, TV, theatre and games TOGETHER 🥰
Two women, two big hearts and a tonne of creativity and ambition!
Let’s do this!
#casting
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So chuffed to now be a member of
@CDGNews
❤️
It’s a pretty spectacular gang to be a part of and I feel very excited about meeting even more of my fellow CD’s soon!
Thank you CDG 🙏🏼
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2 very cool breakdowns for separate games will be going out on
@SpotlightUK
early this week, starting with 4 new voice only characters for ‘Swarmed’ (placeholder) TODAY!
Then my wonderful associate Chris will be releasing a breakdown for 10 motion capture roles for another game!
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Sometimes the juggle of work and parenting can feel overwhelming. A lot of the time it feels like if I’m succeeding at one then I’m failing with the other. But occasionally, VERY occasionally, I get a day like today when I manage to do a bit of both and I feel like I’m winning!
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Day 2
@SpotlightUK
with this one. It’s SO GOOD to be back in the room meeting loads of brilliant actors!
#workingwiththehubs
#dreamteam
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99% of the project I cast are shrouded in secrecy and NDA’s, so the moment I get to call an actor and tell them what the job and character is that they’ve just landed, I’m reminded why I love this job!
It’s been a busy one and I’m so chuffed for all the actors I’ve cast recently!
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Actors, I know everything can feel a little disheartening at times, especially when it feels like doors just aren’t opening for you. But please know you’re not alone! I’ve just been told by a production company that they ‘don’t take introductions’…
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I’ve re-written this little message so many times, but just can’t quite put into words how I’m feeling right now.
The world feels like such an unsure place and those of us in the creative industries have been hit hard.
But there is always some light amongst the dark...
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Thank you for the kind messages everyone!
I’d said I’d keep this guy off of Twitter, but in the current climate I thought maybe a 6 day old sleepy bear cub might brighten everyone’s day.
💙
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My dad is cancer free!!
The relief for him and gratitude, as always, to the NHS is overwhelming.
Give your nearest and dearest big love and hugs❤️
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This time next week I will officially be Bristol based! I’m excited but also sad to be leaving London.
Any Bristol creatives, say hello!
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I know we’re all having a tough time right now. Some days, it feels harder than others, doesn’t it?
Today my heart is hurting. I miss my family and my friends.
I hate that it feels like no one really knows my son and he’ll soon turn 1, still in lockdown.
At least we’re safe❤️
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Today has been hard, both professionally and personally. So I’ve decided to take an actual lunch break, have some quiet time and remind myself of the things I’m good at and what I’m achieving. Sometimes you need to dig deep and find the confidence boost for yourself, don’t you?
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Meaning, they couldn’t give me the opportunity to introduce myself & my work to them.
As freelancers, this can feel exhausting and disheartening. But, there are plenty of people in this industry who want to work with new people and strive to find talent. We’re in this together❤️
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Day 1 of auditions on a new project. Going bloomin brilliantly so far!
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Absolutey thrilled to now officially be a full member of
@CDGNews
🙌 Thank you to the Board!
What a gang to be a part of ❤️
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The night before the first casting session on a new project, I never sleep well! Dreams are crazy and then I lie awake going over the direction I want to give the actors and worry that I’m not going to be clear.
Actors, please don’t be nervous- I am enough for us both!
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*NEW CASTING BREAKDOWNS*
We’re casting a brand new, narrative video game scheduled to be shooting throughout November 2020 at Ealing Studios.
Looking for UK based talent.
Check the thread for all the roles...
#performancecapture
#casting
#videogame
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Monday morning request:
LABEL 👏 YOUR 👏 SELFTAPES 👏
That’s all.
Happy Monday all!
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2 years ago I was on set doing my last job as an actor whilst simultaneously working on my first casting job!
Feeling super proud (and relieved) that my decision is paying off and of all I’ve achieved but there’s still so much I want to do!
#pcap
#maleficent2
#casting
#HWPO
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Actors- please ensure your details on
@SpotlightUK
are all correct, accurate and up to date!
Sometimes we have to be very specific with things like height and you may be missing out on opportunities because your info isn’t correct!
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3 casting breakdowns have gone out in the last week! We’re busy busy busy but loving looking through all submissions, getting self tapes through and being shown once again how lovely and talented all the agents and actors are!
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A little something I’ve been reminding myself of this week and I hope you can all take with you into the new year:
Know your worth. Don’t settle for less. Trust your experience and all you have to offer. If people can’t appreciate it, well, fuck ‘em. 👍
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Are there people out there who actually iron their clothes? Not just work shirts or school uniforms, but all their every day clothes?!
I have neither the time, energy or inclination for it. And don’t get me started on ironing bedding…
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Voted!
Now, please, off you fuck now Tories.
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This anger we’re feeling about being told not to walk alone, or dress a certain way, or walk this route or that, is not new. It’s *renewed* every time something horrific happens and it will continue until the blame is put where it belongs.
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To all the lovely actors who have gotten in touch over the last few weeks - I will get back to you all ASAP! It’s been a super busy few weeks and I want to give you each the time to properly watch your showreels etc.
But please know, you haven’t been ignored! ❤️
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And here, in the UK, we still have NOTHING in terms of contracts, suitable clauses or actors’ fees from
@EquityUK
.
Our p-cap & voice actors and their agents need these guidelines to negotiate within and feel safe.
But how do we do this when unions & studios won’t collaborate?
SAG-AFTRA will seek authorization for a second strike against the major video game companies. The union said that talks on a new video game contract have reached a “stalemate.”
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Hey tweeters!
Apologies for being MIA for a while. Things are busy busy at JJC HQ.
Lots of fun projects on the go and we’ve been ‘meeting’ (virtually) lots of lovely, brilliant actors.
The next 2 weeks are chockablock with auditions and I can’t wait!
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Today is our wedding anniversary & we went out for lunch to celebrate WITHOUT OUR BABY!! As grandma strutted round the streets of Bristol, able to show off her grandson for the first time, we sat and talked about our baby, looked at photos of him and then almost ran home to him😂
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I took a knock this week. I let the fact that I was tired and dealing with some stuff at home (nothing bad - just the working mum struggle), mean that I was affected by work stuff going wrong & people trying to undermine me.
But you wonderful lot genuinely helped . Thank you ❤️
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As Mr Serkis recently said in his Bafta speech, one of the great things about Performance Capture and performance for VFX and SFX is that anybody can be anyone.
Being able to cast people, irrelevant of ethnicity, social class or sexuality makes me love my job even more. ❤️
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I switched off from ‘work mode’ at the end of last week, determined to enjoy my little ones first Christmas.
I’m so grateful for all I have, all I’ve achieved & the goals which I still strive towards. But this year & this Christmas are tough & I’m sending so much love to you all
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Happy Friday everyone!!
Slowly, the world is opening back up and I hope you’re all okay.
I definitely have some anxieties and I’m still not doing anything ‘live’ or face to face.
We each have to make decisions on what we feel comfortable with and I endeavour to support yours ❤️
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Having a mum-life / work-life juggle wobble today. Not helped by a sleepless night with my toddler!
Anyone else feeling torn between their career ambitions and their parental responsibilities… I feel you. You’re not alone.
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Friday thought...
One for the universe / Twitterverse ❤️
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Still one of my favourite ever BTS pictures of me with my Mocap bestie
@AmandaFairey
😍
#classygirls
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Just going to add ‘can keep her cool whilst her baby shits through his clothes and onto her jeans whilst on a Zoom call with a game director’ on to my CV.
BRB.
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Me and bump are Zooming in to this weeks auditions.
Missing meeting all the lovely actors in-person, but I know they’re in very lovely and very capable hands
@SideGlobal
with
@DamienGoodwin
❤️
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End of the first full week of the year.
How are you all?
❤️
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So looking forward to joining the mighty
@SophHollandCast
on Tuesday for 1-2-1’s
@WeAudition
🙌🏼
I had the absolute pleasure of working with Sophie on
@netflix
#TheWitcher
season 2.
It was so fun to bring out some weird and wonderful physicality from our amazing auditionees!
I'll be back on Tuesday for my
@WeAudition
1-2-1's and for a post easter treat I'll be joined by special guest
@jessicajcasting
to talk all things movement/ mo-cap.
#CastingCrushesCorona
@fayetimby
Link and time to follow.
Till then.... Hoppy Easter.... (Yep, I went there)
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6 years ago in the Lycra with a guy who’s now my husband.
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So life with a newborn is a real whirlwind!
I’m still keen to connect with any actors with an interest in VFX & SFX, however I’ve actually been juggling mum life with Skype meetings about a new job!
Keep your eyes peeled as I hope to get breakdowns out by end of the week.
Jx
I’ve re-written this little message so many times, but just can’t quite put into words how I’m feeling right now.
The world feels like such an unsure place and those of us in the creative industries have been hit hard.
But there is always some light amongst the dark...
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If you want your brain to just sporadically stop working, have a baby in a lockdown.
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Thank you
@CDAssoc
❤️
Super chuffed to be nominated by my peers and amongst such brilliant casting talent 👏
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Finally got the microchip injected. Can’t wait for the 5g to fully load🙌🏼
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Thank you
@BAFTA
&
@BAFTAGames
for hosting a great evening showcasing true narrative and storytelling in Games.
#Deathstranding
looks incredible and it was so great to hear some brilliant creatives discussing the differences in platforms and storytelling vehicles.
🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
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Whoa!!
Spent yesterday watching self tapes in which I’d asked a lot from the actresses emotionally. I have totally been blown away by the talent, conviction, energy and connection shown.
Whittling down the shortlist has been TOUGH!
Thank you to each of you! 👏
#selftapesdoneright
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That’s a wrap for me and bump! I’m taking a break from on-set duties whilst I take on my next big adventure as a mum!
I’ll still be working with my lovely team to cast exciting projects so just be prepared to possibly see me with a baby in near future castings!
#Nextadventure
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Feeling incredibly proud to be nominated in the
#CDAwards2021
alongside my fellow lockdown mama
@LeanneFlinn
& the glorious duo
@pearsoncasting
❤️
Sending huge love to the teams
@PixelToysLtd
&
@Imaginarium_UK
and the fantastic cast we bought together for this fab project❤️
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So, slight problem... all these self tapes are too damn good!!
You’re making my job reeeeaaaally hard right now guys.
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Okay… brand new breakdown has just gone out on
@SpotlightUK
We’re looking for lookalikes for video game characters (below) and will be scanning and using these actors for motion capture shoots for the video game trailer.
Please get in touch if you fit the brief!
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Day 3 back in with the glorious
@Imaginarium_UK
team!
I so rarely get to be on set these days and I almost forgot how much I love being a part of it all.
Ps- I am NOT in the Lycra! Just helping out a lovely client.
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New breakdowns out on
@SpotlightUK
🙌🏼
Lovely, fun project!
Please submit via Spotlight link 😊
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Tomorrow morning we have offers going out on 2 projects, audition requests on a third and shortlisting for recalls on a fourth.
Bring. It. On.
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The problem with thinking about having another child is the fact I’d have to continue parenting the one I have but without wine in the evenings.
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Wow wow wow!Feeling super chuffed that
@twiceanya
has chosen to write an article for
@washingtonpost
all about the world of
#mocap
and what a few of us are working hard to achieve ❤️
@MocapVeteran
@Martholio
@EliasToufexis
Big, proud moment!
Please RT!
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My kid just rejected his advent treat in favour of blueberries.
I’m baffled.
I can no longer be sure he’s mine.
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I cannot wait to play this!
#castingby
me 😊
#motioncapture
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Today is a big day! Huge thank you to
@SpotlightUK
for giving me this room which is about to be filled with industry professionals opening the discussion regarding better practices and contracting of performers in UK video games!! 🤞🏼🤞🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
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So great to pop by and see the team
@Imaginarium_UK
🥰
Amazing to see the wonderful actors I cast doing such a great job and the faces of some very happy clients!
❤️
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Half way through day 2 of 4 of recalls for an amazing project! Such diverse, interesting and beautifully created characters. Watching these actors bring them to life is stunning ❤️
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Today was the start of some exciting change within the U.K. games industry!
Feeling so thankful to everyone who came along, engaged and supported as we opened up the conversation regarding better working practices and contract for performers.
#movingforwardstogether
#onevoice
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Good morning from my boy and his washing machine. It’s love. 😂❤️
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And then he was 2…
All the clichés are true, aren’t they? It all goes so quick.
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This is something myself and a handful of others in the industry have been pushing for for years.
Thank you
@EquityUK
for acknowledging that there are still massive issues and shortcomings in the contracting of performers in video games.
Please keep collaborating with us!
Do you work in or would you like to work in games?🎮
Did you know
@EquityUK
wants a collective agreement to protect artists working this growing sector?
Help us improve terms & conditions throughout the entertainment industry
#JoinAUnion
🤜🏼🤛🏼
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Final day on shoot
@Imaginarium_UK
for 2 fantastic actors I cast. It’s been a full-on few weeks for them both with some intense scenes & subject matters, as well as learning to work in a whole new way with performance capture. I feel so proud of the actors and the whole team! 👏
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We’re casting for the next motion capture shoots for ‘Project Panda’.
Please see casting breakdown below and on
@SpotlightUK
.
Email submissions to hello
@jessicajefferiescasting
.co.uk by 10am Friday.
Please share!
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5 years ago! 😲
On set performing the Mocap for James Bond
#Spectre
with my favourite gang 💙
I really miss those days!
@gareth_taylor14
@MocapVeteran
@GraingerNeil
@AmandaFairey
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#castingby
So excited to get the first glimpse of this great project which I cast for
@PixelToysLtd
#warhammer40k
🙌🏼
Official Warhammer 40,000: Battle Sister Gameplay Trailer | Oculus Quest
#OculusQuest2
#FacebookConnect
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New video game brief out on
@SpotlightUK
Check it out and sub, sub, sub!!
(Please stick to brief!)
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My pandemic baby at the park with all his mates...
😭
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“The film industry turns to tech used in video games to kick start productions post-lockdown.”
It’s more important than ever that creatives read up and educate themselves on VFX and performance. You need to know the jargon so you don’t get left behind!
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Okay…. Here we go… switch brain on.
2 projects kickstarting this week. Let’s do this!
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Bring on the next chapter ❤️
Huge love to all that have been affected and struggled through this period. I’m so hopeful that it’s been worth it.
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Today is another scorcher, which means we’ll all be messaging people about how damn hot we are all day.
In order to really hammer your point, make sure you know where the ‘°’ symbol is… (hold down the 0 on an iPhone).
“I’M MELTING!! IT’S GOING TO BE 29° TODAY!!”
You’re welcome.
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Sending so much love and solidarity to all those working in London theatres who were so ready to be back doing what they love and should be doing.
Tier 3 is a total kick in the tits for all the hardworking people in theatre and hospitality and my heart aches for you all. 💔
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So incredibly proud to see my name up there at the
#CDAwards2021
🙌
Shoutout to
@Magnemar2000
@PixelToysLtd
, the brilliant cast lead by
@VictoriaAtkin
&
@ObiomaUgoala
& of course the ever amazing
@Imaginarium_UK
team ❤️
Great acknowledgment for games & p-cap within casting! 🙌
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Good morning! Busy week for the JJC team…between my associate Chris and I, we’re auditioning for 3 different projects this week! We get to meet a tonne of you wonderful actors and I can’t wait! Huge thank you to all those who’ve submitted, sent self tapes and are meeting us! 🙌
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#Castingby
This game is going to be STUNNING! I had the most brilliant time, bringing together a totally gorgeous cast.
Another gem directed by
@DamienGoodwin
❤️❤️
A mentor lost, a life-long calling revealed. Can Haroona prevent humanity’s best-kept secrets from falling into the wrong hands?
Unknown 9: Awakening, starring Anya Chalotra as Haroona, will launch this Fall. Find out more:
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