After I did Untamed Heart I wanted to do a film that was outrageous. I really wanted to do, you know, a performance. I don't want to allow my image to rule the choices that I make.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
A lot of actors get concerned about their own image, even going so far as to rewrite a movie to best serve that image. All I want to do is be in good movies.
Generally in my films like 'Hearts of Darkness' or 'Picture This,' I try not to make myself a presence in the film.
After I got to Hollywood, I resented that I didn't get a crack at more dramatic roles because I photographed so beautifully.
There are different sides to me; I wanted to make a personal film but I would not want to make any film that does not reflect me in it. At least, not right now. I'm just too young to be doing that.
I'm only wanted by directors for the image I give off, and it makes me angry. I always wanted to be an actor and not a beauty pageant winner.
Every film that I have done has a special place in my heart.
As an artist, all I want is to be a part of good films.
I make movies that audiences like, that I'd want to see. That's all.
I came to filmmaking because it's my passion. I decided I can't have it distorted or marred by someone else deciding what it should be.
I wanted to make a film that was sophisticated and emotional, but for a wider audience.