The actress Lucy Liuknown worldwide for her performances in productions such as Kill Bill and Charlie’s Angelsshed light on his personal and professional life in a recent interview published by The Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
From his role in the film Steven Soderbergh, presenceto reflections on art, motherhood and her daily routine, the artist shared revealing details that show other facets of her career and personality.
In presenceLiu plays a mother whose home is invaded by a supernatural presence. During the conversation, the actress expressed her openness to spiritual topics.
“I believe in spirits”declared to WSJ, although he specified that he does not necessarily perceive them as ghosts, but rather as “souls.” For Liu, ““We are souls, and if this body no longer serves us, we go somewhere else.”.
About the film, he highlighted his admiration for director Steven Soderberghwho decided to film in an unconventional way, using a single camera to narrate from the perspective of the supposed spirit.
According to Liu, this approach was one of the factors that attracted her to the project: “That type of experimentation is the definition of art. Art is about making mistakes, trying new things“He explained in dialogue with WSJ.
The actress, who lives in New York with her 9-year-old son, revealed details about her morning routine.
He stressed that he tries to meditate every morning before his son wakes up, although that tranquility is often interrupted: “Normally, he gets up early and “he interrupts me about eight times during my 20-minute meditation.”he stated to WSJ.
He also commented on a curious change in his relationship with coffee: although he avoided this drink for much of his life (due to an accident in his childhood), he began enjoying it only eight years ago.
“Now my taste buds have changed and I love its flavor. To me it tastes like chocolate“he said to WSJ. Liu even mixes her coffee with matcha or decaffeinated tea because, according to her, “it is similar to a drug.”
On the other hand, she described how motherhood has influenced her life, ensuring that taking care of her son keeps her constantly moving. “I feel like my whole life is a huge gym“, he pointed out.
In the interviewto with the Journal, He related that his creative process is totally organic: “I always find time for it because it is something that, when you open your eyes, is right there. But sometimes it is frustrating because the results are not always as you imagine, and therein lies the struggle of art.”
As for how simple routines support her well-being, she acknowledged that it has greatly simplified her self-care.
Avoid hoarding beauty products and prefer to wash your face with water only, without resorting to facial treatments or extensive cosmetic processes.
The conversation also addressed the 25th anniversary of the iconic film Charlie’s Angelswhere Liu shared the screen with Cameron Diaz and Drew Barrymore.
Faced with the possibility of a third party, Liu expressed cautious interest: “I would have to consider it. I would love to work with Cameron and Drew again, but it was a very different time in our lives. “Now we are all parents.”
According to Liu, the film’s continued popularity is due to interest in seeing empowered women in relevant roles. The interview also addressed past rumors that suggested conflicts between the actresses during filming.
However, Liu denied such speculation and highlighted how healthy relationships between women have gained visibility today: “Back then it was assumed that women couldn’t work together without problems. Fortunately, that has changed a lot.”
When it comes to the decisions that have defined his personal life, Liu demonstrated a relaxed outlook.
He said he has never become obsessed with long-term planning, and instead has relied on flowing with unexpected circumstances. “Unexpected things happen that change the course of your life. That’s when you can make decisions for yourself,” she explained to WSJ.
Finally, she closed the conversation with advice that has guided her: “I know exactly who you are.” A maxim whose simplicity summarizes the authenticity that Liu has projected both in his life and in his artistic career.
