"Well, I'm half Australian, half English and I live in London. That is the only reason I came upon this story. My Australian mother, Meredith Hooper, was invited in late 2007 by some Australian friends to make up a token Australian audience in a tiny fringe theater play reading of an unproduced, unrehearsed play called 'The King's Speech.'"
- Tom Hooper
About this Quote
In this quote, Tom Hooper is discussing his background and how he encountered the story of "The King's Speech." He reveals that he is half Australian and half English, and presently lives in London. He then goes on to discuss that the factor he stumbled upon this story is since his Australian mom, Meredith Hooper, was welcomed by some friends to attend a play reading of an unproduced and unrehearsed play called "The King's Speech." This possibility encounter ultimately caused Tom Hooper directing the effective film adjustment of the play, showcasing the power of unexpected opportunities and connections in life.
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