McQueen, famed for his film '12 Years a Slave,' ushered in the world premiere of 'Blitz' Wednesday night on London's Southbank, where the star-studded cast graced the red carpet.
opening the fest Wednesday night, fans flocked to the BFI’s Southbank Centre to catch a glimpse of the cast, led by Ronan.
The Academy Award nominee wore a form-fitting white dress with a detailed, silver-buckled belt, and coo-ed over her co-star, 11-year-old Elliott Heffernan, who was shown where and how to pose for the crowd of photographers shouting his name. Stephen Graham, Paul Weller and Benjamin Clementine were among the cast members present.
Ronan said there was no way to switch off from the war on set or in preparing for the film’s release given what is happening in Ukraine and the Middle East. She said atThe Irish actress also talked about what it was like to be a woman of war. “I’m sure incredibly trying for these young women,” who stepped into jobs and roles previously filled by men who had to go to war, Ronan said. “So much was expected of them.
Meanwhile, McQueen discussed his approach to filmmaking Wednesday afternoon and how his personal history affects it. He said that, as a Black man, he didn’t have any privilege, and therefore was focused on going ahead with his work: “I have to get the fuck on with it.” When asked for advice, he later also told an audience member to stay focused on the work: “Keep going on!”is scheduled to be released in select cinemas in the U.K. and U.S. on Nov.
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