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How June Squibb Tackled The Titular Role of Thelma at 94

There have been a lot of movies I liked in 2024, but the movie I loved was Thelma. It's the story of an elderly woman who has her identity stolen, but it's also so much more. It's about love, relationships, aging, and family. The star of the movie is June Squibb, who infuses every beat of the movie with heart. I was honored to interview her for No Film School, and to talk to her about starring in this movie at 94 years old. Take a read below. - YouTube www.youtube.com No Film School: In Thelma, you get to be the titular role at the age of 94. What was it like to take on this character, and did you learn anything new about yourself or your process during production?June Squibb: I felt I understood Thelma when I first read the script, but I always study a lot before shooting. I always feel the script has it all. I learned a lot about my stamina while shooting, and I felt it was a very relaxed set, and that always helps.NFS: Thelma has received critical acclaim and resonated with audiences. Why do you think this story is connecting with people so strongly?Squibb: Thelma has a lovely story about an aging heroine. Audiences want her to get her money back and are thrilled when she does. I think the humor in the film intrigues the audience. NFS: Thelma has a fantastic mix of humor and depth. Was there a particular scene that...

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Published By: NoFilmSchool - Tuesday, 29 October

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