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Passing is a 2021 American historical drama film written and directed by Rebecca Hall in her feature directorial debut. It is adapted from the 1929 novel of the same name by Nella Larsen. Set in 1920s New York City, the film follows the intertwined life of a black woman ( Tessa Thompson) and her white-passing childhood friend ( Ruth Negga ).
- Tessa Thompson as Irene Redfield. Irene, a biracial woman living with her husband and sons in Harlem, is played by Tessa Thompson. She discovers her childhood friend Clare has discarded her identity to assimilate with the white majority, and despite her efforts to distance herself, she finds herself still entangled in her friend’s life.
- Ruth Negga as Clare Bellew. Leaving behind her heritage, Clare passes as white, marrying a wealthy white man who knows nothing about her past. She encounters her childhood friend Irene and integrates herself into the latter’s life and community.
- André Holland as Brian Redfield. André Holland plays Brian, Irene’s husband. With an impressive list of acting credits, he has been included in the critically-acclaimed movie 42, starring Chadwick Boseman, and the Academy Award-winning film Moonlight.
- Alexander Skarsgård as John Bellew. John is Clare’s husband, a violent racist who is unaware of his wife’s ancestry. He is brought to life by Alexander Skarsgård, who earned several awards for his supporting role in the series Big Little Lies.
Nov 10, 2021 · Passing: Directed by Rebecca Hall. With Tessa Thompson, Ruth Negga, André Holland, Bill Camp. "Passing" follows the unexpected reunion of two high school friends, whose renewed acquaintance ignites a mutual obsession that threatens both of their carefully constructed realities.
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- Drama, Mystery, Thriller
- Rebecca Hall
- 2021-11-10
In 1920s New York City, a Black woman finds her world upended when her life becomes intertwined with a former childhood friend who's passing as white.
Nov 10, 2021 · The Passing cast features Tessa Thompson, Ruth Negga and André Holland. This info article contains minor spoilers and character d etails for Rebecca Hall’s 2021 Netflix movie . Check out more streaming guides in Vague Visages’ Know the Cast section.
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Nov 10, 2021 · If that’s the case, take a look at the list down below in which we break down the major players in this riveting drama about race, class, and personal identity.
