Key Insights
Why did Keri Russell consider living in London full-time?
She spent three summers filming there and found the city beautiful, especially in the summer with extended daylight. She also had a memorable experience with the real-life British Ambassador and other notable figures.
How does Keri Russell manage her anxiety?
She engages in physical activities like walking or exercising immediately upon waking. She also finds writing helpful and has learned to accept her nervousness as a natural part of her personality.
What was Keri Russell's experience like on the Mickey Mouse Club?
She joined as a dancer and was part of a large casting call. She didn't have much acting experience but enjoyed the fun and camaraderie of the show, despite its cheesiness in retrospect.
Why did Keri Russell take a break from acting after 'Felicity'?
She was working long hours on the show and felt she was missing out on a normal life. She wanted to experience simple pleasures like going out dancing and being with friends without the pressures of her career.
How did Keri Russell transition from child actor to adult roles?
She took a break and slowly eased back into acting, starting with smaller roles. She also looked up to more experienced actresses like Joan Allen to see how they managed their careers.
What was Keri Russell's experience filming 'The Americans'?
She found the writing on 'The Americans' to be exceptional and enjoyed the character development, particularly the exploration of marriage dynamics within the spy narrative.
How did Keri Russell get involved in the movie 'Cocaine Bear'?
Her friend, who was producing the film, pitched the idea to her, and she found it so absurdly fun that she couldn't resist being part of it. The experience was a wild antidote to the COVID-19 lockdowns.
Chapters
- Keri Russell has had a long conversation about living in New York City full time.
- She associates the city with work and has recently started to appreciate it more.
- She describes her experience walking through Central Park and her unique way of making herself appear bigger.
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