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Im always drawn to any character that is super passionate, ambitious, has that drive.
Simone Ashley as Pia in ‘Picture This’Courtesy of Prime Video
There was a lot about her and that aspect I could resonate with.
DEADLINE:Congrats on the movies release!
SIMONE ASHLEY:Its my first time producing.
L-R: Jay (Luke Fetherston) and Pia (Simone Ashley) in ‘Picture This’Courtesy of Prime Video
I really love creating a team mentality when Im on a set, even if Im not producing.
So, to be in that position to advocate for that was really fulfilling.
It was hard work as well as leading it and being in every day.
Thats something she really proved to herself.
What does that layer show about her arc through the five dates?
Its a really human thing to act out in really crazy different ways.
DEADLINE:I have to ask about walking on hot coals.
Did you actually do that?
It would have just been physically impossible.
One day Id like to do it, though.
It looks like a challenge.
I was curious if you had any involvement in casting anybody as well.
ASHLEY:I actually wrote Asim a song to get him to be on the movie.
I was involved in the casting process with everyone.
It was so great to see everyone support this movie and be so enthusiastic about it.
DEADLINE:Photography is also super important to Pia.
I know you trained with some photographers and camera equipment.
Did you learn any special techniques?
ASHLEY:Thats a part of her journey.
I learned a lot from her.
DEADLINE:As much as romance and career are themes in the film, family is too.
Pias parents are not together, and then her sisters getting married.
What layers do these situations add to her story?
Thats a really mature thing for anyone to be able to do.
Its a journey of maturity for herself.
DEADLINE:How would you say the film shines a light on culture and the wedding naturally?
How does it draw people in and achieve that balance?
ASHLEY:I always say theres two layers to it.
And I think thats where anyone can relate to it.
