It's a Sin: Should gay roles be reserved for gay actors?
The Story19 Feb 2021

It's a Sin: Should gay roles be reserved for gay actors?

Before Channel 4's hit series It's Sin was broadcast, writer Russell T Davies made headlines for his comments on how the show was cast. Should LGBTQ+ roles only be played by those with a lived experience? Or is that in itself, a form of discrimination?

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Guests:

-Alex Roberts, actor.

-Lucinda Syson, casting director.

Host: David Aaronovitch.

Clips Used: Channel 4, BBC3, Oscars YouTube channel, Columbia Pictures, Sky News Australia, TRT World, ITV Loose Women.

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