What I learn from them is to continue to enjoy the process and have that free spirit about approaching the work and to not be so rigid. - Octavia Spencer

When you’re in your regular private life, it’s just so strange to be known. I think also with the advent of the internet, people no longer have the luxury of introducing themselves. And so, there’s always a perception about people.

With time comes experience and you learn that if you don’t break out of those boxes yourself, no one else will allow you to.

I think it gives me a stronger connection and a better short-hand when working with people whose practice I respect. I used to come in on days that I wasn’t scheduled, just so I could watch the other actors.