I'm very down-to-earth and accessible, I think.

But I've never felt that being an actress is being in a comfortable place. It's seen from the outside that we're being driven in big cars and having these gorgeous suites and all of that. But come on, it's not about that.

I have stories that I'd like to maybe one day consider directing, but you need a lot of time to write and put it together.

As an actor, I have to be fulfilled in the roles that I play; it has to be a journey for me to learn something or involve myself.

My aim was never to be an American star; otherwise, I would have moved to Los Angeles.

My outlook on life is to be true. To take risks. To love the shadows as well as the light. To find your task. To recognise your task. To be active.

It's never been my purpose to become an American icon, or more famous or richer.