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“But obviously, things have changed in many ways since the '50s, when the show is started, in terms of sexuality, and how much access we have to images of it and information about it. But, the same problems always apply. It doesn't matter whether we know a lot more about sex now or if there's a lot more access to it. The same problems of intimacy, of dealing with other people, of connecting and being vulnerable with other people, which is what the show is ultimately about, still applies now, I think.”

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Michael Sheen is a British actor born on February 5, 1969, in Wales. He is renowned for his exceptional performances in films and television, particularly in 'Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels', 'Dallas Buyers Club', and 'The Mist'. Sheen's acting has been widely praised by audiences and critics, earning him numerous award nominations. more

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“And so, in terms of setting the right tone and finding a way of presenting all of these things, that creates a cohesive whole and doesn't alienate the audience, is tough. That's a challenge. And I think the tone of a lot of shows is discovered through experimentation and actually making it. Eventually, it starts to cohere.”

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