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Episode 390 - Cate Blanchett: Australian Actor and Activist
Episode 390
This episode of pplpod deep dives into the life and career of Cate Blanchett, primarily through excerpts from a Wikipedia article. It details her early life and education, tracing her path from Australian schools and an unexpected role as an extra in Egypt to her graduation from the National Institute of Dramatic Art. The majority of the content maps out her prolific career timeline, highlighting major milestones like her breakthrough with Elizabeth, her involvement in The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit trilogies, her acclaimed work in films like Blue Jasmine and Tár, and her tenure as artistic director of the Sydney Theatre Company. Furthermore, the source documents her dedication to activism, particularly for environmental and humanitarian causes with the UNHCR, and lists her numerous accolades and awards, including multiple Academy Awards, BAFTAs, and Golden Globes.
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