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Tessa Thompson Reveals The Pitch That Won Over Janelle Monáe For ‘Is God Is’
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April 29, 2026
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1:19Now PlayingTessa Thompson knew exactly who she wanted, and she went for it. The actor-producer reveals how she approached Janelle Monáe with the script for ‘Is God Is’… calling her the dream choice for the role. What happened next? A callback that sealed the deal. Plus, Kara Young opens up about the “kismet magic” she felt on set.
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