And you also have to do movies that are about commerce because that's what is required of the industry today.

I think a smart person today realizes that you have to be part of the art films that are done just for the sake of the art.

What's the worst that can happen? If it doesn't do well I can put on my big girl panties, deal with it and move on.

I wish all men were like dogs.

When I got to be about 16,17 I got into a beauty pageant and I was allowed to start playing around with makeup.

In Monster's Ball I went nude, which was scary, but I took the chance and that's how I like to approach my career.

I have to live for me. I have to do what I need to do for me, and I have stopped concerning myself with what people say.