Aja Naomi King expresses her excitement over her Emmy nomination, describing it as 'earthshaking', similar to the earthquake that interrupted her interview.
King’s portrayal of Harriet in 'Lessons in Chemistry' is reimagined from a middle-aged white woman in the novel to a young Black mother, providing depth and agency.
King reflects on her initial fears of Harriet being a mere foil but found the character's journey enriched by 'the fullness of Harriet's Black womanhood'.
The show highlights the struggle against societal oppressions, encapsulated in Harriet's challenge to Elizabeth: 'You're always talking about the things that keep women down, but who does that include?'
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