The actress talks to us about her latest project, the upcoming Devil’s Mile, out August 12.
You’ve worked with [director] Joe O’Brien before. Is that how this came about?
Yes. I have worked with Joe before but this came about in a strange way. I actually posted on FB that I wanted to do something different (professionally, as I have mostly played more traditional roles. Joe saw my post and contacted me. This has started a wonderful exploration creatively for me. I have really been enjoying playing off beat characters as of late. Characters that are not that straight forward and somewhat marginal.
Is it easier working with a director you’ve collaborated with previously?
Joe was the writer of the previous production we worked on together so this most definitely a departure from that. Not to mention there is nothing truly typical of this project.
How different was the role in Devil’s Mile to the one you played in the RoboCop mini-series?
Well, to put it in a nutshell-ENTIRELY. My previous character was a high powered, suit wearing, slick character. She was also quite evil. Strangely, I believe this character is driven more by heart. A fun discovery of her evolution in the film.
And which character is the closest to you?
The relationship with Cassie’s character grows and morphs into the only true bond for my character.
I’ve always wondered, how does an actor ‘come down’ from such an emotionally-draining day of shooting – particular on something as ‘heavy’ as a film like this? Is it easy to switch off?
I don’t like to admit it because it is “acting”, but it does take a toll and after a long day I find I need to unwind. That usually consists of either listening to music, chatting about the day or having a good stiff drink with a friend. Preferably all three if it’s a doozy!
Devil’s Mile is released August 12
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