England understands good Chinese, Japanese and Indian cuisine; in France, we just get French.

I think British men build up the idea of us French girls having some magic extra sex appeal so much, they lose their heads. I can't really understand the whole thing - but it makes me laugh. It's such a cliche to think all French girls are well dressed, elegant, sophisticated and sexy. Some are utter slobs, I promise you that.

At drama school, I always picked the really evil roles. It's a great way to deal with your everyday emotions.

I need to fall in love with someone. Sorry - I mean fall in love with something. I need to wake myself up.

We all show facets, to your mother, or to your boyfriend, or a friend. You're always a bit different.

French sounds flat. In English, you can play with pitch.

I'm a dark blonde, yes. I dyed my hair blue, then black, when I was 14. I thought the colour was more flattering and matched my skin tone. I don't think I'd ever change back unless it was for a film.