I realized I really liked the screen. I knew it was a challenge, but I wasn't afraid of risk

Shooting clay targets is a very cleansing experience. It's very relaxing. It takes a lot of concentration. It's also very social, since you're usually shooting with friends. You can talk and forget about almost anything else that's on your mind.

I've never reacted well to other people telling me what to do

The two things that will defeat a lot of young actors are fear of failure and lack of preparation. With acting, I didn't have a problem with either one - but somehow I didn't equate either one of them to the academic world.

And besides, because of all she has accomplished, Barbara Jordan has always been a hero of mine

The Westerns I like aren't really comedies. I'm drawn to the scope of them and the land as a central character.

I realized I really liked the screen. I knew it was a challenge, but I wasn't afraid of risk