The Leroy Gopal Episode
In a week where no one in the world is paying any attention to the film industry or actors as a whole, the 2 Broke Twimbos decide to shine a light on a Zimbabwean actor who has made a name for himself not only at home but in South Africa, the continent and even Hollywood itself, the star of Yellow Card himself, Leroy Gopal. The pair have a great chat what will ultimately be a Part 1 episode, with more to follow, covering everything from Yellow Card, being mentored by Ben Affleck & Matt Damon, his acting experience on TV in South Africa and much more! But before the podcast is over, Dan & Phil share their coherent and cohesive thoughts on the now infamous slap heard around the world, the exchange between Chris Rock and Will Smith at The Oscars. Enjoy!
Timestamps:
00:49 - Intro
02:30 - Introduction of Leroy Gopal
08:20 - Leroy’s early years
19:52 - Auditioning for Yellow Card
33:20 - After success, an educational trip to New York City
37:45 - Film School in South Africa then Backstage!
42:30 - Portraying a gay man in One Way almost derails Leroy’s career
54:10 - TV vs Movies?
61:50 - What was Leroy’s biggest stumbling block at the peak of his career?
68:07 - End of Part 1 with Leroy
70:40 - The Oscars…. Will Smith… Chris Rock… Was it all staged?
90:15 - Was Will Smith right to have done what he did?
101:46 - Hypotheticals
131:28 - New Music
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