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‘Wonder Man’ Stars Yahya Abdul-Mateen II, Ben Kingsley Share Secrets Behind Their Chemistry During Lively Heat Vision Live Screening

The Wonder Man screening featured a dialogue-filled Q&A with Abdul-Mateen II and Kingsley about the show’s ambitions.
The show is described as character-driven with an indie vibe, per director Destin Daniel Cretton and co-creator Andrew Guest.
Abdul-Mateen described his journey as an actor still chasing artistic milestones despite past success.
Kingsley notes the two lead characters are flawed but relatable, driving audience connection.
The eight-episode series centers on Simon Williams pursuing his dream role as Wonder Man with Trevor Slattery.
Cretton and Guest emphasize a nimble production approach that lets performers shine.
Kingsley and Abdul-Mateen discussed on-set intensity and preparation prior to their first table read.
The screening included discussion of the characters' melancholy and its impact on viewer engagement.
The article highlights the show’s balance of drama and humor within a 'buddy drama' framework.
THR provided the screening video, expanding access to the Q&A beyond the event.

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