Ruth Negga on the importance of new film Loving

The Irish actress stars in a biopic about civil rights

Published 2nd Feb 2017
Last updated 2nd Feb 2017

Ruth Negga says films about civil rights are more important than ever.

The Irish actress is starring alongside Joel Egerton in the new film Loving, which tells the true story of an interracial couple in the 60's whose marriage was battled in the US Supreme Court.

Ruth, who has earned an Oscar nomination for her role in Loving, says art needs to show the best in humanity.

Watch our full interview with Ruth and director Jeff Nichols below >>