I grew up around animals [seven horses, dogs and now a pet goldfish named Leila] and I'm rebelling against them not having a natural existence.

Acting kind of chose me.

I need to travel - I crave the power of the ocean and the trees give me so much energy to think.

I go by intuition. Work-wise, that means asking myself if a role will push me outside my comfort zone, challenge me to learn something new.

I'm really drawn to European films.

I like to keep mobile. It keeps my mind awake.

People instantly assume you can't have a platonic friendship with someone of the opposite sex. I think this may be specific to L.A.—or America.