VOICED: 'Millennium' girl tells all, ahead of Cannes

The transcript discusses the preparation and transformation of an actress for the role of Lisbeth Salander, highlighting her physical training and personal changes. It explores her rebellious nature and skepticism towards authority, drawing parallels with her character. The importance of realism in violent scenes is emphasized, particularly in depicting rape. The actress expresses her preference for European cinema over Hollywood, seeking roles in gritty films.

What kind of physical training did the actress undergo to prepare for her role as Lisbeth Salander?

• Yoga and Pilates

• Kickboxing and Thai boxing

• Weightlifting and aerobics

• Swimming and running

How did the actress physically transform herself to better fit the role of Lisbeth Salander?

• She gained weight and dyed her hair blonde.

• She cut her hair, dyed it black, and got piercings.

• She wore colored contact lenses and got a tan.

• She grew her hair long and wore glasses.

What aspect of her past does the actress relate to Lisbeth Salander's character?

• Her love for Swedish traditions

• Her interest in technology and computers

• Her passion for classical music

• Her rebellious nature and critical view of authority

Why did the actress want the violent scenes in the film to be as realistic as possible?

• To attract a larger audience

• To accurately depict the brutality of such situations

• To make the film more entertaining

• To win an award for best action scene

What is the actress's preference when it comes to the type of cinema she wants to work in?

• Romantic comedies

• European cinema with gritty roles

• Animated films

• Mainstream Hollywood films