Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy
Some stars prepare others for the spotlight
What do Jessica Chastain, Viola Davis, Patti LuPone and Alex Sharp have in common?They are but a few of the extraordinary actors who have studied under Moni Yakim at Juilliard, United States' greatest performing arts school.
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What do Jessica Chastain, Viola Davis, Patti LuPone and Alex Sharp have in common? They are but a few of the extraordinary actors who have studied under Moni Yakim at Juilliard, United States' greatest performing arts school. This compelling portrait of the master teacher - the sole remaining founder of the school's legendary Drama Division - takes us inside the drama classes where Moni and his wife Mina pour their love and passion into preparing the next generation of actors for the spotlight.
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- Jun 19, 2020
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- 1h 16m
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- English
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