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Waithe is saying that The Chi is based on close observation of her own city and on personal experiences from her own life. The quote suggests the work blends outside observation with material drawn from what she has dealt with personally.
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Originally said in English.
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About Lena Waithe
American actress, producer, and screenwriter
Lena Waithe is an American actress, producer, and screenwriter. She is known for creating the Showtime drama series The Chi and the BET comedy series Boomerang and Twenties. She also wrote and produced the crime film Queen & Slim and serves as an executive producer on the horror anthology series Them. Her work spans television and film, with credits as a writer, producer, and performer across comedy, drama, and horror.
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