Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman have developed a close creative partnership while working together on Lioness. In a new PEOPLE interview, the actresses discuss how they frequently “tag team” to track down creator Taylor Sheridan between scenes when they need to talk through the show’s complex scripts.

Saldaña praised Kidman as an incredibly talented actress and described working with her as a “true joy.” Kidman returned the compliment, describing Saldaña as generous and supportive. Saldaña also discussed Sheridan’s collaborative approach and the way he challenges the cast to elevate their performances.

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