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You expect comedy in Aaron Sorkin’s new film on America’s sitcom queen Lucille Ball, but not fables about communism and cancel culture. talks to the screenwriter and Nicole Kidman
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There has been consternation about the casting of Bardem — a Spaniard — in the role of Desi, a Cuban. Sorkin remains angry that his choice has been questioned. “It’s heartbreaking, and a little chilling to see members of the artistic community resegregating ourselves,” he says.
“You can act being attracted to someone, but can’t act gay or straight. So this notion that only gay actors should play gay characters? That only a Cuban actor should play Desi? Honestly, I think it’s the mother of all empty gestures and a bad idea.”
He is fascinated by I Love Lucy and the issues it raises, such as whether actors can voice opinions.“ Lucille checked a box [backing communism] at a time when it wasn’t a big deal. Sixteen years later, the world changed and she’s hung for it. That reminds you of Twitter.”
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