As a black actress, all I was offered in British film was the best friend role, whereas in television, I was offered a whole spectrum of parts. (Sophie Okonedo)

As a black actress, all I was offered in British film was the best friend role, whereas in television, I was offered a whole spectrum of parts.

Sophie Okonedo

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