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‘Industry’ Creators Break Down How Harry Lawtey Grew His Character From a ‘Two-Dimensional F—boy’ to the Show’s ‘Emotional Heartbeat’ at SXSW London


The creators of 'Industry' spoke at SXSW London and discussed finding their young cast, many of whom have been catapulted to global fame

The creators of “ Industry ” took to the stage at SXSW London on Thursday and, in a wide-ranging conversation about the origins and development of HBO’s hit financial drama series, discussed finding their young cast, many of whom have been catapulted to global fame thanks to the show. “We really caught lightning in a bottle with this young cast,” noted Konrad Kay, speaking alongside his collaborator (and friend since college) Mickey Down. He cited Lawtey as an example, saying that Robert was originally written as a “king of Jack the Lad,” who “has issues with his home life and has class anxiety, but honestly, he’s there for a good time.”

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