With a prominent role in the widely watched youth saga, The Hunger Games, and three upcoming film releases, Julianne Moore finds herself at the pinnacle of her career.
The challenge of interviewing Julianne Moore lies in her affable demeanor, impressive filmography, successful career, and uneventful personal life, making it challenging to pinpoint controversy. A quick Google search for "controversial Julianne Moore" yields results like her nude magazine photoshoot or her portrayal of Sarah Palin in a TV movie.
Our meeting takes place at an organic restaurant near her home in The Hamptons, east of Long Island, New York. She orders tofu wrapped in rice paste, and our conversation concludes with a warm hug on the street as she rushes to catch the return train. "Was that the actress?" inquires my taxi driver, observing the smiling lady waving us off in a straw hat. "What a wonderful woman!"
Indeed, she is, but it's equally fascinating to witness how Moore can transform into characters that are selfish, lustful, devious, perverse, and twisted on screen.
From her role in Crossed Lives (1993) to Magnolia (1999) and her latest endeavor, Maps to the Stars, Julianne Moore has collaborated with esteemed directors such as Robert Altman, Paul Thomas Anderson, and David Cronenberg.
She strives to infuse complexity into each role, whether portraying a housewife or an assassin. "Throughout my career, I've played both good and despicable characters. The ability to portray diverse roles is crucial and desirable," she reflects.
