We need art. We've been telling stories since the beginning. As human beings, we need it for our survival.

I see my job as an actor to be as good a channel as I can be. Acting is a gift, and I have respect for it.

When it's working, what acting is really about is getting into the essence of a moment in a creative, joyous way - through whatever frees you up.

Cannes is a very strange place. I tried to show up as best I could and to try not to be cynical.

I like to play smart, three-dimensional women. I also like to play roles where the women are a little crazy. I just have a feel for crazy people.

We need art. We've been telling stories since the beginning. As human beings, we need it for our survival.

I tried to do the commercial thing. But I don't want to keep shoving Twinkies down everyone's throat. People are hungry for something of more substance.