I think I've always been a follow-the-leader with my career, or maybe waiting for things to happen. Now I'm like, I'm OK-I know the direction, whoever's on board can go with me.

I was technically a Valley Girl, even though I absolutely dreaded being called that. I really hated the idea that I was a Valley Girl

If you're happy, if you're feeling good, then nothing else matters.

Even the busboys at the restaurants have a script to give you. Everybody is in the business.

I'd rather attempt something I'm not sure I can do

It's what still excites me most about acting: letting your imagination go places it's never been before. There's nothing better than that

After every movie, I always kick myself for the same things-didn't do enough, not enough variation, not enough interesting choices, too bland.