Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy
“Some stars prepare others for the spotlight”
2020•1h 16m•Released
Documentary
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.
Director
Rauzar Alexander
Languages
English
Cast
Oscar Isaac
Self
Jessica Chastain
Self
Laura Linney
Self
Anthony Mackie
Self
Michael Urie
Self
Alex Sharp
Self
Kevin Kline
Self
Michael Stuhlbarg
Self
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