Cinderella' Star Lily James Originally Auditioned for a Different Role - ABC News
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Lily James is -- dare we say it -- enchanting in the lead role of the Disney-revamped “Cinderella” movie, but the actress said she first auditioned for another role.
Lily James, in the lead role, talks about the part for which she first read.
Lily James, Cate Blanchett and filmmakers talk about the movie, from Cinderella's back story to how her gown was made.
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Q&A with Cinderella star Lily James
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Cinderella' Star Lily James Originally Auditioned for a Different
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Cinderella' Star Lily James Originally Auditioned for a Different
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