Wunmi Mosaku, the Oscar-nominated actress behind Sinners, a vampire thriller set in the American deep south of the 1930s, has spoken out about her experience working on the film. The 39-year-old Mancunian, who has been catapulted to stardom after her breakout role as Annie, a Hoodoo priestess, says she is not just drawn to the project because of its high-profile cast and crew, but also due to its thematic resonance.
Mosaku's connection to the film goes beyond her professional interest. She drew on her own experiences with identity and belonging when playing the role of Annie, who struggles with her faith and her sense of self in a world that is hostile towards her. The actress has spoken about how she was able to connect with her Yoruba roots through her research for the film, which led to a deeper understanding of herself and her place in the world.
When asked if she sees herself ever returning to the UK, Mosaku says that while she has enjoyed working on projects there, she wants to avoid playing characters that are not authentic to her. She expresses frustration with the lack of representation for black people in the UK film industry and the pressure to assimilate into a dominant culture. "That's the stuff that's really important," she says, becoming visibly moved.
The actress has spoken about how she was discouraged from learning Yoruba as a child because it would give her a "funny accent." This experience resonates deeply with Mosaku, who has played immigrants throughout her career and is aware of the costs that people face in order to assimilate into a new culture. She believes that cultural genocide is at play when people are forced to cut off parts of their own identity.
Despite the UK not being able to hold onto her for long, Mosaku's future projects include roles in Apple's This Is How It Goes and Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning. Her success with Sinners has catapulted her into a new strata of stardom, but it also highlights the need for greater representation and understanding in the film industry.
Mosaku's connection to the film goes beyond her professional interest. She drew on her own experiences with identity and belonging when playing the role of Annie, who struggles with her faith and her sense of self in a world that is hostile towards her. The actress has spoken about how she was able to connect with her Yoruba roots through her research for the film, which led to a deeper understanding of herself and her place in the world.
When asked if she sees herself ever returning to the UK, Mosaku says that while she has enjoyed working on projects there, she wants to avoid playing characters that are not authentic to her. She expresses frustration with the lack of representation for black people in the UK film industry and the pressure to assimilate into a dominant culture. "That's the stuff that's really important," she says, becoming visibly moved.
The actress has spoken about how she was discouraged from learning Yoruba as a child because it would give her a "funny accent." This experience resonates deeply with Mosaku, who has played immigrants throughout her career and is aware of the costs that people face in order to assimilate into a new culture. She believes that cultural genocide is at play when people are forced to cut off parts of their own identity.
Despite the UK not being able to hold onto her for long, Mosaku's future projects include roles in Apple's This Is How It Goes and Aaron Sorkin's The Social Reckoning. Her success with Sinners has catapulted her into a new strata of stardom, but it also highlights the need for greater representation and understanding in the film industry.
. She's not just talkin' about her experience on Sinners, she's speakin' to a systemic issue that affects so many black people in the UK, especially immigrants like herself. I mean, who hasn't been told to "fit in" or "lose their accent"? It's like, why can't we celebrate our diversity and not feel pressured to conform? 
Mosaku is all about representation and authenticity, and I'm here for it 
. And yeah, let's be real, the UK film industry still has a long way to go in terms of inclusivity, but Wunmi's success is a step in the right direction 
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I'm totally obsessed with Wunmi Mosaku right now! 
She's not just an amazing actress, but she's also using her platform to speak out about so many important issues, like identity, culture, and representation. 
It's crazy how much she drew from her own experiences as a black woman of Yoruba descent to bring Annie to life, it's truly inspiring! 
And can we talk about the fact that she's not afraid to be unapologetically herself, even when that means not returning to the UK if it doesn't support her authentic voice? 
Apple and Sorkin are really lucky to have her on board with their new projects! 
just another Oscar-nominated actress making waves about the struggles she faced as a black woman in the UK... how surprising is that? 
anyway, it's good to see her speaking out about cultural identity and representation, even if it feels like old news 
. Mosaku's experience reminds me of so many others who've been marginalized just for being themselves... and honestly, it's kinda mind-blowing she didn't learn Yoruba as a kid because it would give her "a funny accent"... sounds like some folks still don't get that culture is what makes us beautiful 
, but is her whole "vulnerable to cultural genocide" thing just a clever PR stunt? Like, come on, folks, we've been hearing about the struggles of black representation in film forever 
. And what's with this "she only wants to play authentic roles" narrative? Is that code for "I'm not willing to compromise my artistic vision"? 
. I mean, Mosaku's got some amazing talent, but let's not forget that she's still part of a very privileged industry that doesn't always prioritize representation over box office sales 
I'm so proud of Wunmi Mosaku for speaking her truth! It's like, she's not just talking about her own experiences with identity and belonging, but also about the lack of representation for black people in the UK film industry 
. Like, what even is that? Can you imagine if someone told you that your native language wasn't good enough just because of where you're from? It's like, cultural genocide, for real 
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. We need more people like Wunmi Mosaku who are willing to use their platforms to amplify underrepresented voices 
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I mean, have you seen her portrayal of Annie? It's like she's speaking straight to your soul 
And can we talk about how she's not afraid to speak truth to power? 
It's time for us to see more people of color in lead roles and behind the camera 
. And yeah, cultural genocide is real, folks! It's not just about representation in the film industry, it's about how we're all affected by these systemic issues in our daily lives 
. It's not just about the film industry, it's about creating a more inclusive and accepting society for everyone 
she's right on point with how representation matters in the film industry 
it's not just about diversity, it's about authenticity 
The pressure to assimilate into a dominant culture is real, and it's so refreshing to see someone like Mosaku speaking out against it. I'm excited to see her future projects, especially with Apple and Aaron Sorkin on board - maybe we'll finally get some more diverse storytelling in the industry! 
she's not just talking about her own connection to the project, but also about the importance of authentic representation in the film industry. it's like, we need more people like her who are willing to speak truth to power and push for change 
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The whole thing about her Yoruba roots and how she was discouraged from speaking her native language as a kid is just heartbreaking 
It makes me think of all the other black students who may be struggling to find their identity in school too, like, should they speak their own language at home or assimilate? 
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