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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Searches for Truth Through Acting

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Searches for Truth Through Acting

Update: 2023-04-20
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Actor Yahya Abdul-Mateen II is one of the busiest people in Hollywood. His recent films include “Aquaman,” “The Matrix Resurrections,” “Ambulance,” and “Candyman.” But most recently, he made his Broadway debut in "Topdog/Underdog." 

In this episode, Abdul-Mateen II gives a masterclass on his acting process. The graduate of the Yale School of Drama describes how he prepared for his critically acclaimed performance in Suzan-Lori Parks’ Pulitzer Prize-winning play. He reveals the physical and mental challenges of this work, which are ultimately in service of his pursuit of “absolute truth.”

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Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Searches for Truth Through Acting

Yahya Abdul-Mateen II Searches for Truth Through Acting

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