Michaela Coel has said that she became very emotional while finishing her latest film Mother Mary.
The 38-year-old star said she “sobbed at the end” because she didn’t want the experience to end.
Coel, the star best known for I can destroy you stars in the film alongside Hollywood icon Anne Hathaway.
The story is about a costume designer and a pop star who reconnect after being apart for almost 10 years.
However, Coel added that the filming process was very special to her and that she became deeply attached to the project.
The star went on to explain that when she finished shooting, she couldn’t hold back the tears because she enjoyed it so much.
The Chewing gum Star also recalled reading the script for the first time while in a car and said that one moment in it caused her to break down emotionally.
She described the writing by director David Lowery as something very powerful and moving.
Coel went on to say that she and Hathaway quickly formed a strong and natural bond during early rehearsals.
The Black Earth Rising star then said their connection felt open and honest from the beginning, which helped them work well together on screen.
Michaela Coel also spoke about her creative connection with Lowery, adding that they often discussed scenes and ideas in detail and shared a strong working understanding throughout the project.
Mother Mary is now in theaters and continues to attract attention for its emotional story and strong performances.
