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The chance to play legendary American President Franklin Delano Roosevelt was one big reason for Kyle MacLachlan to sign on to
Atlantic Crossing. But it was the story of the young Norwegian Royal Family at the heart of the miniseries that made him commit to the role. MacLachlan explores Roosevelt, Agent Dale Cooper and wine with lifelong
Twin Peaks fan, MASTERPIECE Studio host Jace Lacob.
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Jace Lacob: I’m Jace Lacob, and you’re listening to MASTERPIECE Studio.
American President Franklin Delano Roosevelt has winged his way to an unprecedented third term in office, but the political master has more complicated personal matters to battle at home and abroad.
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Norwegian Crown Princess Martha was born in Sweden, but Swedish actor Sofia Helin didn’t know her story until she signed on to play the quiet Royal in
Atlantic Crossing. But after coming on board the miniseries, Helin helped shape the story of the little-known Princess, bringing a surprising light to her powerful story. Helin talks royalty, FDR, and Saga Noren of
Broen in a new interview.
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Jace Lacob: I’m Jace Lacob, and you’re listening to MASTERPIECE Studio.
World War II is underway, and Europe is on fire. A German invasion of Norway has splintered the Royal Family, with the King and Crown Prince hiding in Norway, while Crown Princess Märtha and her children flee to Sweden.