I grew up with classical music when I was a ballet dancer. Now when I have to prepare an emotional scene, to cry or whatever, I listen to sonatas. Vivaldi and stuff. It's just beautiful to me.

I have three goddaughters - I'm not sure why they trust me, because I have no experience with children - but I try.

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.

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

I'm not one of those women who thinks beauty is a curse.

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.

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