Wunmi Mosaku, known for her roles in 'Loki' and 'Lovecraft Country,' reflects on the emotional weight behind her characters, particularly in 'Sinners.' She draws from her own background as the child of refugees, connecting deeply with the themes of displacement and fear. Her portrayal of an asylum seeker showcases the terrifying journey of seeking safety in an unwelcoming world. Mosaku admires storytellers who evoke strong emotions and provoke thought, emphasizing the profound impact of storytelling in addressing complex human experiences and struggles.
Being an asylum seeker is a terrifying thing to have to be, it's terrifying to cross borders, to be considered illegal, to leave everything you've ever known and loved.
I really am in awe of people who can tell stories like that, that move you and make you think.
Actually, it's a terrifying place to be? It’s not an easy, breezy, comfortable, warm, welcoming hug.
But that kind of thought-provoking, emotionally shattering storytelling is precisely what draws Mosaku to her roles.
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