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Britain, too, has often been plagued by the same racial tension and police violence.
Idris Elbaalso stars as Kent, a friend and mentor to the main couple.
In a new behind-the-scenes clip, Elba discusses his character and why he made the show.
I met John two years ago.
We really wanted to work with each other.
I was born in that era of England, in 72.
It was very different from the world we live in now.
Back then, you were really putting yourself out there.
Hes very much a party man, Elba says of Kent.
He had a relationship with our lead character, Jas.
But shes in love with Marcus.
At the center of this story is two people who decide to go for it.
Watch the clip above.Guerrillapremieres on Showtime Sunday, April 16 at 9 p.m.
