Welsh actress follows in footsteps of Florence Pugh and Benedict Cumberbatch
Leisa Gwenllian says she forgot she applied for the 2026 Stars of Tomorrow talent programme.
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Notable Quotes
"I'm so proud to receive that honour because it's not only a recognition of my work but it's a recognition of the film and it's a boost for Welsh language cinema."
— Leisa Gwenllian , Celebrity
"The pressure is on now."
— Leisa Gwenllian , Celebrity
"A director that I worked with, Helen Jones, she always says, 'It's not a moment, it's a movement', and we have to make sure that this continues."
— Leisa Gwenllian , Celebrity
"Leisa is a phenomenal talent, and casting directors and filmmakers will be sitting up and taking notice."
— Charles Gant , Celebrity
Key People
Benedict Cumberbatch is an award-winning British actor featured in Madonna's film.
Film critic at Screen International who evaluated emerging talents.
Florence Pugh is an English actress known for her roles in films and her performance in 'Fighting With My Family'.
Director known for her contributions to the Welsh film industry.
Jodie Comer is a British actress recognized for her performances in various television shows and films.
Leisa Gwenllian is an actress known for her role in the Welsh-language film 'Effi o Blaenau'.
Marc Evans is a film director known for his work on 'Effi o Blaenau' and 'Mr Burton'.
Paul Mescal is an actor in Hamnet.
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Leisa Gwenllian says she forgot she applied for the 2026 Stars of Tomorrow talent programme.
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