Claudia Karvan on The Secret Life of Us finale that was never filmed
The legendary Australian actor talks religion, the chance of a Secret Life of Us reboot and what it was like growing up under a spotlight.
Claudia Karvan has been a household name in Australian entertainment since her breakthrough role in the 1983 series Molly. After starring in successful feature films such as Redheads and The Heartbreak Kid, Karvan was cast in the long-running teen series Heartbreak High. Her work on The Secret Life of Us earned her a Logie Award and led her to co-create three more shows, Love My Way, Spirited and Bump.
Karvan is known for her versatility as an actor, producer and screenwriter. Recently, she accepted the Best Supporting Actress award at the Logies for her role in SBS's Homebodies, a miniseries based on the experiences of AP Pobjoy. Karvan is currently working on SBS's The Airport Chaplain, a workplace drama featuring a cast of airport employees and a chaplain played by Hugo Weaving.
Karvan's relationship with religion and faith has evolved over the years, but she remains open to diverse perspectives and beliefs. She enjoys the freedom of primarily acting roles, allowing her to focus on her performance without the responsibilities of pre- and post-production. Karvan is grateful for her past collaborations, including her work with Hugo Weaving in The Secret Life of Us and Strange Planet.
She believes that remaking The Secret Life of Us in today's world is possible, as the series remains relevant to younger audiences.
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