There is a part of me that is not fulfilled by acting. It is a self-involved life; it can feel shallow, but not very often.

My dad is such a good man, hard-working.

Auditioning is a horrible experience because you know you are being absolutely scrutinized and judged. There are days where you can do it and days where it's just not happening, and I feel like that's how it is with all artists; you have some days it kind of works.

I need someone who understands an artist's mentality. I couldn't be with someone who wouldn't let me have my freedom.

My personal life, my normal life, is so important to me. To be able to go back to my personal life and leave characters behind is important; I don't keep them with me.

When I was younger, I used to write to directors when I was unsure I could play a role. I'd say: 'You've made a terrible mistake.'

At my school, Shakespeare wasn't on the syllabus - at least not for me.