Actors

The Quiet Fire of Bix Caleen: Adria Arjona on Her Defining Role in ‘Andor’ Season 2

Adriana Arjona spoke with Awards Focus about stepping into Bix Caleen’s expanded arc in "Andor" season two, navigating its most painful scenes, and what it meant to portray resilience in the face of unimaginable trauma.

Natasha Rothwell on Returning to ‘The White Lotus’ and Coming Into Her Power

Natasha Rothwell spoke with Awards Focus about the wisdom she shared with her castmates and returning to 'The White Lotus'

The Evolution of Jennifer Love Hewitt: Why Maddie Buckley and ‘9-1-1’ Arrived at the Right Time

For many viewers who grew up watching Jennifer Love Hewitt in "Party of Five," "I Know What You Did Last Summer," and "Ghost Whisperer," her current role on "9-1-1" represents something more personal. Jennifer Love Hewitt spoke with Awards Focus about Maddie’s growth, navigating some of the show’s most emotional episodes, and what the role has revealed to her about herself.

Lee Jung-jae Breaks Down Gi-hun’s Season Two Shift and the Global Message of ‘Squid Game’

In an interview, Lee Jiung-jae of 'Squid Game' discusses the physical and emotional preparation for returning to Gi-hun, the lingering impact of a particularly explosive scene with Gong Yoo, and why the show continues to resonate so deeply with Western audiences.

Asif Ali on Comedy, Culture, and Chaos in FX’s ‘Deli Boys’

Few comedies this year have landed with the kind of tonal confidence and cultural swagger as "Deli Boys," the FX and Onyx Collective series now streaming on Hulu. Created by Abdullah Saeed and developed with J... Read More...

Gillian McKercher’s ‘Lucky Star’ Brings an Authentic Asian-Canadian Story to SBIFF

The 2025 Santa Barbara International Film Festival has once again proven to be a hub for groundbreaking cinema, and among this year’s standout selections is “Lucky Star”, a gripping drama that offers a fresh perspective on the Asian-Canadian experience. Following their successful premiere screening, Writer and Director Gillian McKercher and actors Olivia Cheng and Conni Miu sat down with Awards Focus for an exclusive interview. McKercher, Cheng, and Miu spoke candidly about the inspirations behind the film, their journeys navigating the industry as Asian artists, and the exciting projects on their horizons.

Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, and Hollywood’s Rising Forces Shine at SBIFF’s Virtuosos Award Celebration

Ariana Grande, Selena Gomez, and a dynamic group of rising stars took center stage at the 40th Annual Santa Barbara International Film Festival’s Virtuosos Award. Honoring performances that shaped this year’s cinematic landscape, the event celebrated actors whose transformative work continues to captivate as awards season reaches its peak.

Jayden Bartels and Sam McCarthy on New Season of ‘Goosebumps’

“Goosebumps” is back. The horror anthology series, which is loosely adapted from the wildly popular kids’ lit series of the same name by R.L. Stine, returns to Hulu and Disney+ for a new season on January 1... Read More...

Brett Goldstein in "Shrinking," now streaming on Apple TV+.

‘Shrinking’ Co-Creator and Star Brett Goldstein on Finding Release in Forgiveness and Teases Season Three

Shrinking co-creator and Ted Lasso star Brett Goldstein discusses playing Louis during the Apple TV+ comedy's second season. Goldstein already has a heavy load on his plate but this didn't stop him from rec... Read More...

Jessica Williams and Damon Wayans Jr. in "Shrinking," now streaming on Apple TV+.

‘Shrinking’ Star Jessica Williams on Bringing Warmth and Physicality to Gaby

Jessica Williams discussed her role of Gaby and returning for a second season of Apple TV+'s comedy series, Shrinking. Williams didn't have much time to celebrate her earlier Emmy nomination in 2023 because... Read More...