If there's any relevant influence we may have with an investor, with a studio, with a director, with an actor, I think we have to fight.

I always strive to keep a balance with my fears. I don't like to be ruled by them. At the same time, I don't like the idea of living my life totally free of any fears. I like having that moderation.

I felt a combination of happiness and humility [ to People Magazine's 100 Most Beautiful People ]. At the same time there's a lot of pressure, because people can approach you whose intentions aren't in the best place, and they can say things that are very hurtful. And on one of those days when you wake up and you just go and get your coffee without worrying about looking your best, you make yourself vulnerable to someone who'd say something like, "You look awful for being on the Top 100 list."

You have to be very committed and find happiness in the work that you do.

I'm more of a guy's girl. I like having a beer in a bar, and I don't bicker or sit down and do my nails.

I knew who Leonard Nimoy was, and that he embodied what Star Trek meant to all the fans. But it wasn't until I started doing my research for this movie, and started going to fan sites, that I began to fall in love with these characters.

I'm a very feminine person, but I have this hard shell, man, and I stay focused and don't take things personally.