Before The Lights

S4 E28: CHRISTIAN COOKE

Before The Lights

Show Notes

Dave and George are joined by long-time friend of Before The Lights Christian Cooke for a catch-up that covers some series ground.

From "mastering" chess for a role to the extremes Christian put himself through to direct and star in 2023's Embers, they explore the highs and lows of his mental and physical health throughout his career... which also includes the time he punched a marble table, twice.

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