I went through a normal kind of late teens, early 20s drinking, but it was a choice I made, because I didn’t think it was very good for my life.

Any obsession is dangerous.

When you're doing something where you really like the material, it doesn't matter what medium it's in.

I'm not perfect-looking and I don't say the right things, I'm a little different, nothing really special, but I guess I come across as a little more real to people and that comes through on the screen. I know I look young, but with the right make-up I can look older. I definitely feel older.

That worries me an awful lot. If people misunderstand our intentions [in Black Snake Moan], especially regarding my character, then they're essentially exploiting an already exploited and abused woman. So it's a huge concern for me.

When I was a little girl - well, like, a teenager - I wanted to be Sam Jackson. I always wanted to be men.

I'm a TV addict, and I personally really enjoy reality TV.