Creating a Character: The Moni Yakim Legacy

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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.

Directed by Rauzar Alexander

Top cast

Oscar Isaac

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Jessica Chastain

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Laura Linney

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Anthony Mackie

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Michael Urie

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Alex Sharp

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Kevin Kline

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Michael Stuhlbarg

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