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Breaking Boundaries in the ‘70s: Reuben Cannon

Breaking Boundaries in the ‘70s: Reuben Cannon

Update: 2023-07-061
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A conversation with Reuben Cannon, the first Black casting director. How he got his start in casting, brought now-iconic talents to the screen, broke boundaries in the industry, and why he ultimately decided to shift into producing.

Guests: Kim Taylor-Coleman, casting director; Reuben Cannon, casting director and producer.

Academy Museum digital engagement platforms, including this podcast, are sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies.

Support for this podcast is made possible by Gordon and Dona Crawford, who believe that quality journalism makes Los Angeles a better place to live.

This program is made possible in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a private corporation funded by the American people.

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Breaking Boundaries in the ‘70s: Reuben Cannon

Breaking Boundaries in the ‘70s: Reuben Cannon

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