Natalie Portman

“I don’t think that children or partners would be very understanding.”

“So extreme, and yet believable.”

“It’s just great.”

“A really important film for me.”

The actor reflects on her breakthrough role in George Lucas’ sci-fi franchise.

Including two picks from Michael Haneke.

She borrowed from the best.

Covering up manipulation and trauma.

“The first time I understood how you could get so wrapped up in a role.”

Heroes of filmmaking.

She is an avid reader.

“It’s complicated for me.”