""I was not reserved but there's a certain persona you may present when you're going into a space that isn't necessarily designed around you, but I never felt out of place.""
""It was really nice to be in a supportive atmosphere, which wasn't always the case on other sets or on stage.""
""I want to play a role where my identity isn't the selling point. I don't know if we're there, I don't know if we're gonna be there anytime soon.""
Alex Thomas-Smith embraced their role in Lena Dunham's new Netflix series, Too Much, feeling accepted as a queer person alongside their co-stars. They play Jetta, the queer cousin of a main character, and appreciated the supportive environment on set, contrasting it with past experiences on other productions. Thomas-Smith shared a meaningful conversation with Dunham regarding their hopes for future roles, expressing a desire for opportunities where identity isn't commodified. They emphasized the importance of full representation rather than fitting into pre-determined roles expected by the industry.
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