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Melanie Lynskey

Melanie Lynskey

New Zealander Actress

Born: May 16, 1977

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I like to play the grey areas in life - that's the most uncomfortable place to be. Nobody likes to be in that in-between state where there don't know what's going to happen. There's a lot of tension in that, and a lot of stuff to play with - where it's uncomfortable and awkward and sad and scary. Melanie Lynskey

I know a lot of actors have all these expectations and believe that one thing should lead to another thing, and that's probably the right way to build a career. I don't know what's wrong with me - I just don't think like that! Melanie Lynskey

I read every single review, because I love film criticism and I'm interested. Melanie Lynskey

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I used to write stories and poetry, but for some reason I have it in my head that if I'm going to write, I have to write a script. Melanie Lynskey

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Usually when I am in a movie that is about to come out, if people don't love it, that is fine - I can handle it. Melanie Lynskey

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I guess I have a strong constitution. Melanie Lynskey

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I'm not one of those people who can cry on cue. If I have to cry in an audition, I'm like, 'Okay, let me see what I can do.' Melanie Lynskey

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I feel like a character actress - it's where I'm comfortable. Melanie Lynskey

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I was a kid who didn't have a lot of self-esteem. Melanie Lynskey

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I was at university and I was studying modern drama and studying English, and I just was like, 'I don't wanna be in this place. I wanna be acting.' Melanie Lynskey

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I'll audition for something and then the feedback has been, 'The director wants you, the creative people want you, but the studio is saying no.' It's depressing, but I understand. People are investing a lot of money and they want somewhat of a guarantee; they want someone who's been on the cover of magazines. Melanie Lynskey

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I feel so grateful when I see a movie and there's a woman who looks somewhat like me. I'm like, 'Thank you, Samantha Morton!' You know, a woman who feels like a human being. That means so much to me. Melanie Lynskey

I feel weird when I go to the movies and everybody's faces are perfect. Melanie Lynskey

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I feel like any actor should always be thinking about how to serve the story. The thing to be cautious of is trying to make too much of your 'moment,' or whatever. The story is a lot bigger than you, and you're there to help it along. Melanie Lynskey

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