Annette Bening Biography

“I love what I do and I appreciate this very much. Trick question.”

“Acting is not about being famous, it’s about exploring the human soul.”

“I think where I’ve instinctively found myself is that I am somewhat guarded in my public life. Being interviewed or being photographed or just in public attention, I have a certain reserve. But when I’m working I feel like I’m very open. At least I like to believe that I feel like nothing is held back when I’m in front of a camera. That’s my job.”

“Oh honey, I’m from Oklahoma! This is who I am – middle class all the way!”

“I have perfected the art of putting my feet on my husband’s lap during the awards ceremonies, so he can rub them.”

“The movie business is tough. It’s driven by economics and economics are about trying to get a lot of people into the theatre. That’s the reality of the business, the culture we’re in.”