I realized through my personal travels how little I know about certain conflicts, because I was too vain or self-absorbed to ask the questions. That's been the focus while I'm in my thirties - to become an accomplished woman, rather than some actress.

Every actor you learn from, take something from everyone - big actor or not. Whether they're big movie stars or not doesn't really matter.

A lot of directors idealize their leading ladies or turn them into these objects of sexuality and beauty.

People always think I’m dainty when they meet me, but I’m really not. I’m very German – we’re not made out of sugar.

You can learn any accent you want. It's a fascinating thing.

I consider myself a 'local' actor in France. I started out in France, I went to drama school in France and the French film community was very welcoming to me when I was a young actress.

The only song I can sing is “Lady in Red” so that must tell you how great it must have been.