Laura Donnelly Quotes

I admire Cate Blanchett as an actor: that's my ultimate goal. To be as good as she is!

There are so many young talented actors today whose work I respect and admire - Ryan Gosling is probably primary among them. I take inspiration from so many amazing actors.

It is a distinct and an honor to work with the august Regina King. I would call her Queen King. This woman is one of our treasures. She's an actor's actor. She has craft to burn. She's a craftsman who knows what she is doing, and she's got soul.

It was an absolute pleasure working with Stephen Graham. I've admired his work for many years, and what he brings is that real sense of authenticity.

Judi Dench should be ashamed of herself for being so talented and working so much.

Judi Dench and Ian McKellen taught me how to work hard and respect the theatre.

The old adage about acting - that it's 98% energy and 2% talent - is true, you know.

I'm often asked, 'Who has you worked with who you really thought was great?' and I think Eleanor Parker was the first and one of the only who was a really accomplished actress, a really caring actress, who was most unselfish, and I was secretly in love with her.

Hrithik Roshan is excellent - he is miles ahead of everybody in passion and dedication.

I've always had a thing about Judi Dench, Cate Blanchett, Helen Mirren, Julie Walters, and Imelda Staunton. I'm hoping to follow in their footsteps.

There's a slew of actors that I'd love to work with. I'd love to work with Gary Oldman. He seems like not only a solid dude and a good man, but a pretty inspired actor.

For as long as I can remember, the thing that gave me a sense of wonderment and renewal... has always been the work of other actors.

It's great to watch someone get the most out of what they can do, whether they're a beautiful performer or just a really gritty performer. It's something to behold.

I had massive admiration for lots of players. Richard Hill would be up there, along with Martin Johnson.

I can speak of actors that I love. I love Cate Blanchett, Viola Davis, her tenacity. I love Charlize Theron. She's so surprising and so exhilarating, the kinds of projects she takes on. Marion Cotillard as well.

I definitely look up to Meryl Streep because she's been in so many amazing movies, and I just think that she's one of the greatest actresses out there. I also look up to Jennifer Lawrence, especially knowing her and knowing that she is so awesome and so nice.

I'm challenged by people like Russell Crowe and Sean Penn who come in with such incredible discipline and power.

I've had more of an opportunity to work with Katie Holmes, which is incredibly enjoyable. I think she is really one of the best actresses on the market right now. She forces you to bring your best stuff to the table, because if you don't, she just completely overpowers you.

Judi Dench is incredible. She takes acting to another level. She is a thorough professional. She is always smiling and cheerful. She painstakingly rehearses with co-stars and allows you to be natural.

I've long been a fan of Chiwetel Ejiofor. I think he's a great actor. He's my kind of guy. He does what I aspire to do.

Cate Blanchett and Eileen Atkins are definitely among my top five actresses whose work I aspire to.

Inspiration can come from anywhere. But I do love actors. I wish I could drop a bunch of names, but there are just too many.

Evan Rachel Wood is the best actress I've ever worked with, hands down.

Dolly Parton... I love being around that woman! I worked really hard to keep up with her.

I love being around great actors and film-makers, and I try to hide the fact that I'm in awe of them.