It's actually great to shoot far away from Hollywood because we don't have the distractions of the parties and premieres and all that. And, of course, you can save money - there are no good shoe stores.

Definitely trust yourself. Work hard. Be honest with yourself. And life can be joyful. It is joyful. Just give it your all and it's all going to work out.

Pretty, and you may be talented, but nobody will remember that if you're mean.

I think now I'm just excited to continue directing and find stories that inspire me and bring those to the screen.

Becoming a mother has been the most amazing experience - in an instant you become strong. You have to be a little bit wiser; it's the most important job in the world.

I'm not strictly vegetarian, but meat doesn't play a big part in my diet.

I think I want to pursue a movie career and maybe even pursue some theatre.