I felt like that whole audition lasted a good six hours she says.
Dreamgirlsmarked Hudsons feature film debut and the entire process was new to her.
I didnt even know what a screen test was at the time, she says.
And I was like Whos Effie White?
I didnt even know who Effie White was.
I knew the music, but never the storyline or the character.
Ive always been a big fan of Jennifer Holliday, who originated the role of Effie White on Broadway.
And I would sing it all the time, she says.
I felt as if Im good because no ones looking for me, she remembers.
So I was able to do my work without having any pressure.
Though she didnt have the trappings of costumes, lights, or costars, Hudsons audition performance is riveting.
For her, the audition and filming the number were very different experiences.
Im the punch in of actress or person, I like to live in the moment, she says.
