From “Jane the Virgin” to “Mary the Virgin,” Gina Rodriguez in “The Star”

Gina Rodriguez is Mary in Sony’s The Star.

The 33-year-old talks about how her hit CW show “Jane the Virgin” helped her prep for this animated nativity story.

Plus she talks about the importance of having a family film centered on the true meaning of Christmas, and recognizing her faith in both the hard and easy times.

The Star opens in theatres Friday, Nov. 17.