Ash Self discusses his role as Felix in #Heartstopper Season 2, creating as a writer and stand up comedian, experiences as a transgender and disabled person, and opportunities for artists like himself in film.

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0:00 - Arts background, National Youth Theatre, writing and poetry, stand up comedy
10:29 - Audition and casting in Heartstopper, talks about Felix
15:08 - Felix as a character and their interest in art
19:05 - Friendship with Naomi and Elle, memories from scenes
24:52 - Favourite S2 scene, Felix's fashion, working with Bel and Yaz
28:53 - Thoughts on S3, the care of production, fan response
34:23 - Being at London Pride and Trans Pride, personal story as a trans person, acceptance, support
42:08 - Right opportunities for trans and disabled artists in film, using platform to share transition crowdfunding campaigns, next project "FOLD"

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