Quotes

  • “There’s nothing else I would rather do, unless there was a profession that involved cuddling bunny rabbits and kittens all day for money.”
  • “I’ve basically made a career out of my imagination. I feel very lucky.”
  • “I think it’s an important movie for teenagers to see. There was a time when I thought I was crazy but really I was just a teenager. It’s important to realize you’re not the only person going through it.” – On Charlie Bartlett
  • “I’ve had people tell me to get Mystic Tan, blonde highlights, choppy haircuts, but I’ve made a conscious decision not to cave.”
  • “I don’t take crap from anyone, so that makes people think I’m rebellious. I’m not. I’m just not a pushover.”
  • “I can say that I had a particularly painful teenage-hood. I felt pretty alienated most of the time because I wanted to become an actress from an early age and was made fun of relentlessly.” – On growing up
  • “I don’t desire fame at all. I’m not famous, but if fame came I would accept it as a part of my job.”
  • “I hated it. I was too different. I didn’t dye my hair, I didn’t have perfect teeth, and I was too pale. I’ve learned to live here all the same.” – On first moving to Los Angeles
  • “Shit is crazy out here. I tried being anorexic for four hours, and then I was like, I need some bagels.”
  • “I’ll never feel comfortable in L.A., really. I knew these nice girls that lived in the Valley. I had no idea they were on meth. They don’t realize this is the worst possible thing you can do to yourself.”
  • “It was a wonderful experience, and Michael Cera… Well, he is just the cutest thing you’ve ever seen! Look at his little face—it’s like a chocolate chip cookie. That boy is so lovable.” – On Nick & Norah’s Infinite Playlist