Loren Escandón shared her transformative experience working on the film “Shirley.” She emphasized the importance of learning about the remarkable story of Shirley Chisholm, the first-ever Black congresswoman. Escandón, a Colombian actress and filmmaker, expressed her initial unawareness of Chisholm until she landed an audition for the movie. The camaraderie among the cast, including artists like Regina King, Terrence Howard, and the late Lance Reddick, made the experience unforgettable. Escandón, also featured in “The Baxters,” shares more about her work and travels on Instagram, X, and Threads under the username @lorenescandon.
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Q: What obstacles did you face while filming “Shirley”?
A: Filming on location presented unexpected challenges and opportunities. Escandón vividly recalled a rainy day in L.A., which reshaped a scene in unexpected ways. The rain added authenticity to the emotional scene, bringing depth to the characters and setting.
Q: How has your ethnicity or nationality affected your career?
A: Escandón initially felt unseen and underestimated due to her ethnicity. Over time, she embraced her identity as a source of strength, challenging societal biases and advocating for diversity and inclusion in the creative industry.
Q: Do you have any upcoming trips planned?
A: Escandón is excited to visit Portugal, feeling drawn to the country for unknown reasons. She looks forward to immersing herself in Portuguese culture, exploring the landscapes, and experiencing the local music and cuisine.
Q: What is your favorite vacation destination?
A: South Africa holds a special place in Escandón’s heart, offering a magical experience that sparked discussions on identity and societal biases.
Q: What are your must-have items when traveling?
A: Escandón emphasizes the importance of vitamins, a camera, comfortable shoes, and versatile clothing for different occasions. She keeps her suitcase light to bring back gifts for loved ones.
Q: What is your best/worst vacation memory?
A: Escandón’s vacations have been amazing, despite encountering challenges like flight cancellations. She sees such incidents as part of the travel experience.
(Jae-Ha Kim is a New York Times bestselling author and travel writer. Visit her website at www.jaehakim.com and follow “Go Away With…” on Twitter at @GoAwayWithJae for more travel insights.)