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S3 E6: Freddy Carter

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Show Notes

This week the team welcome Shadow and Bone actor Freddy Carter!

He discusses a whole set of skills he picked up for the role including fighting with a cane and rolling through windows while suspended at 80ft in the air. But that kind of acting prowess doesn't come from nowhere so he also reveals how he developed his range - and thick skin - in drama school by playing a giraffe in front of seven-year-olds.

Along the way he also talks about how he deals with downtime between jobs, his upcoming role in Masters Of The Air (aka 'Guys In Planes' according to George) and how he picks up skills behind the camera while he's on set. Follow us on Instagram for updates on all aspects of the club. You can also click here to apply for Before The Lights membership.

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