Colman Domingo and Nicholas Braun on why Zola is a quintessential American story

But, like any good acting troupe, the talent in Zola’s cast stretches beyond its central stars. Equally important to (and guilty of) the chaos that ensues are X, the congenial but menacing pimp played by the reliably great Colman Domingo, and Derrek, Stefani’s hapless boyfriend played by Nicholas Braun—best known as Succession’s Cousin Greg. They bring a natural charm to their roles, while imbuing each with a distinct sense of caustic danger. If Zola and Stefani are two sides of the same coin, then X and Derek are polar forces, pulling the pair in different directions. Even as things go to shit, it’s Domingo and Braun’s performances that help maintain Zola’s cosmic balance, making this an ensemble worthy of Shakespearian comparison. In separate conversations with The A.V. Club, both Domingo and Braun share how the found empathy in characters that aren’t always easy to root for. Visit: http://avclub.com Like: http://www.fb.com/theavclub Follow:   / theavclub   #Zola #ColmanDomingo #NicholasBraun