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entertainment1 year ago

"We Were the Lucky Ones": Shedding Light on Holocaust Denial and Rising Anti-Semitism

Georgia Hunter, author of "We Were the Lucky Ones," expresses disbelief and joy at the adaptation of her family's Holocaust survival story into a Hulu series starring Logan Lerman and Joey King. Lerman emphasizes the importance of portraying true stories, while King discusses the honor of portraying a multifaceted character. The close bond between Lerman and King off-screen translated into their on-screen sibling relationship. Showrunner Erica Lipez and actress Robin Weigert highlight the significance of continuing to tell stories about the Holocaust in the face of rising anti-semitism and diminishing awareness of the historical events.

entertainment1 year ago

Joey King's Impactful Role in 'We Were the Lucky Ones' and the Importance of Remembering the Holocaust

Joey King discusses her role in the Holocaust series "We Were the Lucky Ones" and her experience with antisemitism at age 12, emphasizing that she is not a method actor and found support from her co-stars during the emotionally challenging filming. She also talks about her diverse career, including working with Taylor Swift and her excitement for an upcoming rom-com with Nicole Kidman and Zac Efron.

entertainment1 year ago

"We Were the Lucky Ones": A Powerful Reminder of Holocaust Survival

Joey King and Logan Lerman discuss the personal significance of starring in the limited series "We Were the Lucky Ones," which follows a Jewish family's separation during World War II and the Holocaust. The cast's personal connections to the material and the real-life inspiration from Georgia Hunter's family history added depth to their performances. King and Lerman emphasized the importance of keeping the knowledge of the Holocaust alive, especially as the remaining survivors age, and highlighted the unique perspectives portrayed in the series. "We Were the Lucky Ones" premieres on Hulu on March 28.

entertainment2 years ago

"First Look: Joey King and Logan Lerman Star in Hulu's 'We Were the Lucky Ones'"

Hulu released first look images for the limited series "We Were the Lucky Ones," starring Joey King and Logan Lerman, with the first three episodes premiering on March 28. Additionally, Disney+ unveiled a new trailer and teaser poster for the third and final season of "Star Wars: The Bad Batch," while Peacock dropped the first teaser for "Apples Never Fall," and Hulu released a new trailer for "Love & WWE: Bianca & Montez." In other TV news, "Extra" has been renewed for a 31st season by Fox Television Stations, and Warner Bros. Television Group will premiere a new daily syndicated series, "True Crime News," this September.