I wasn't frightened of people, but I didn't have a clue about the adult world.

American scripts are usually non-stop conversation. People talking over each other. I like that.

It's such a stress always trying to get bigger houses and larger cars and better schools. Of course, parents want to give their children the best opportunities in life, but sometimes that can stifle them.

I'm always nervous taking on a period role because it's difficult to research - you can't observe it, go out and see it. But it's satisfying because eventually you think, 'I got there.

I don't have children, but we all want to protect whatever we love in life.

I'm not going to get an Oscar at 30 - that's done. So I'll think of something else.

There is such pressure on kids these days to be the best at everything.