casting

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Supporters of Nyong’o’s casting note that Helen of Troy is not a historical figure bound to a single visual interpretation, but a literary and symbolic character whose meaning has shifted across cultures and eras.

From Salon • May 16, 2026

Variety reported that Nina Gold, one of Hollywood's leading casting directors, who has worked on the Paddington, Star Wars, Jurassic Park and Mamma Mia! franchises, is conducting the search for a new lead actor.

From BBC • May 15, 2026

According to Variety, the studio has been auditioning actors for the last few weeks and has tapped “Game of Thrones” and “Star Wars” sequel trilogy casting director Nina Gold for the process.

From Los Angeles Times • May 15, 2026

Their actions, casting adrift the ship's captain William Bligh, have been immortalised in books and film.

From Barron's • May 15, 2026

We reached the edge of The Village just as the sun was going down, casting a sparkling pink glow all over the snow.

From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff