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portrayal

[pawr-trey-uhl, pohr-] / pɔrˈtreɪ əl, poʊr- /


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Smith told BBC Radio 2 she felt like an "adopted Scouser" since her critically acclaimed portrayal of Liverpool's Cilla Black in the ITV drama Cilla in 2014.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

The film’s portrayal of The Jackson 5 years aims for even rosier nostalgia, evoking memories of hearing a young Michael’s voice, cascading over the radio waves and into the hearts of millions.

From Salon • Apr. 25, 2026

The portrayal of that grief is where Mr. Armitage’s translation achieves its most transcendent power.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

Aramayo’s portrayal of real-life Tourette’s syndrome activist John Davidson is a truly stunning turn but, ironically, the events of that evening also proved why the film is so necessary right now.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 24, 2026

All were an accurate portrayal and would certainly be considered anti-Soviet.

From "Between Shades of Gray" by Ruta Sepetys




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