Rose Byrne on getting ‘Physical,’ and the art of comedy
The Hindu
The Hollywood star discusses her latest Apple TV+ show that involved recreating the zeitgeist of the ‘80s, as well as her commitment to female-driven storytelling
Even on a Zoom call, Rose Byrne looks picture-perfect. There’s not a strand of hair out of place, and the Australian presents a picture of poise and calm, as she talks to journalists across the world during a series of virtual junkets to promote her new Apple TV+ project. But every once in a while, a question or an observation intrigues her truly, and she breaks out into laughter or replies with a funny answer, taking us back to those roles that have made her one of the finest comedic stars of our times. .
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