I just want to be married, or just engaged. Basically, I just want a ring. And the tax break.

I like to do things sort of intuitively, I think.

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.

I think people who suffer from depression, unless it's post-traumatic, are probably going to struggle with it for their whole life.

I mean, I sing. But I don't think I'm a good enough singer to do any kind of musical.

Our society doesn't want to help girls like that [in Black Snake Moan]. They just want to use them.

Remember who you are. It's really okay to be who you are.