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Michelle Yeoh joins Blade Runner 2099 as a synthetic character

Actress Michelle Yeoh confirmed her role as the artificial being Olwen in the upcoming sci-fi series Blade Runner 2099.

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File photo ‘Life is like a heartbeat. It’s up and down, up and down’: Michelle Yeoh on casting cliches, marriage at 60 and playing a robot in Blade Runner 2099 Photo: The Guardian

Creator sends personal invitation

Project creator Silka Luisa wrote a letter asking Yeoh to join the production. The actress described receiving this message as an amazing love letter before agreeing to appear in the show.

Character design focuses on fluidity

Yeoh stated she did not want to play a human role for this specific project. Her vision for Olwen involves a cold look and movement that resembles a dragon rather than a robot.

Philosophy defines the role

The performer questioned whether humanity is born or learned during character preparation. She discussed these themes while appearing via video link from New York to promote the series.

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