I was shy and a hard worker, so acting was a way to focus whatever nervous energy I was experiencing onto a goal.

It is said that our destiny is set, predetermined before conception. But I myself, have never been a believer.

Things that are unknown attract us.

I don't see myself going back to blonde outside of work though. I really like the red.

All of the secrets the vampires held dear have been exposed, and the humans can now fight back as equals in a way, which is scary.

Even just pestering people with questions, and being nosey and pushy and getting her way, are things I think many young women grow up struggling with, to assert themselves.

I think we need that to ground us as human beings. I would imagine after an extended amount of time, a vampire might stall a little bit.

I think heroism comes in different packages. The superhero package is one that we're familiar with.

Acting is somewhat mysteriously taught. There are so many different methods and systems and processes for teaching acting because it will always be an elusive art-form.

I think it's fascinating that there's a whole holiday dedicated to things that we fear and that's so interesting about the nature of humanity.

True happiness comes from within. When we stop looking for social proof and trust in ourselves, a certain magic happens. You are the most important person in your life, and, we are one.

There are only two things you’ll ever need to know about me, Farin—and you should know them well. I’m very smart, and I’m very rich.

I want audiences to look at adolescent delinquents with greater understanding and more compassion.

Trust is not what the framers of the United States constitution and of this country relied on.

Why do all your friends talk like books?

(Sometimes when) someone's directing for the first time, they're afraid to include everyone - they have to prove they're the director.

Either give me more wine or leave me alone.

He who thinks his place below him, will certainly be below his place.

You would better educate ten women into the practice of liberal principles than to organize a thousand on a platform of intolerance and bigotry.

I am driven by great work and seeing people do incredible things and having a part in that.