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Jobless Hollywood workers cope with coronavirus
With Hollywood mostly shut down, we check in with people dealing with this difficult time across the industry. We hear from an actor, cinematographer, writers’ room production assistant, costumer, and filmmaking team.
By Kim Masters • • 28m ListenWith Hollywood mostly shut down, we check in with people dealing with this difficult time across the industry. Actor David Saucedo, cinematographer Mario Contini, costumer Monica Haynes, writers' room production assistant Matt McRee, and filmmaking team Christina Beck and Beth Dewey tell us how their lives have suddenly changed. They also share how they’re coping while out of work, and how they think this pandemic could change Hollywood forever.
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