"I'm not a runner, and I always dreamed about just throwing on my sneakers and really knocking everyone's socks off with my joy of traversing the world by foot."
About Mackenzie Davis
Mackenzie Davis — Life and Legacy
Mackenzie Davis is a Canadian actress celebrated for her compelling performances in both television and film, particularly in 'Halt and Catch Fire' and 'The Martian.' Her work often delves into the complexities of identity and the struggle for authenticity in a world that frequently imposes rigid expectations. Davis articulates a profound understanding of self-expression, stating that embracing one's true self is essential, especially in an industry that can often feel inauthentic. Davis’s characters frequently grapple with their identities, reflecting her belief that authenticity is not just a personal journey but a collective experience. She challenges the norms of traditional storytelling by portraying multifaceted characters who defy stereotypes. Through her roles, she invites audiences to consider the fluidity of identity, suggesting that it is shaped by both personal choices and societal influences. Her insights resonate deeply in today's cultural landscape, where discussions about identity and self-acceptance are more relevant than ever. Mackenzie Davis's quotes and reflections on her craft continue to inspire those navigating their own paths of self-discovery, making her a significant voice in contemporary cinema.
Quote collection
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"I wear a lot of boyish stuff, but I prefer to throw a fur coat on top just for the hell of it."
"I have taxidermy pets that are very close to me. I have a little lizard with a head that comes on and off that I call Nicolas Cage because his face is long. And I have a big diamondback rattlesnake called Rufus, and I have some rats in jars and stuff."
"The first two or three movies I did, I'd be around famous co-stars and totally pretend like I didn't care, but inside, I was shaking. I've been weaning myself off that."
"I'm probably less volatile and tempestuous than a lot of Aries, but I think I'm probably quite loud and outgoing and passionate. Maybe a bit difficult or stubborn."
"Feminism is rooted in racial rights and gender rights, and all of those things intersect, and to say that that's not something you can stand behind - it confuses me. I think it's a really great word."
"As a viewer, I'm personally less interested in the damaged, white, middle-class male figuring out his dreams and more interested in maybe an underdog figuring out how they're going to survive in a world that doesn't necessarily invite them in."
"I'm always surprised when actors say they don't like sex scenes. It's like a freebie. It's fun to make out with someone. So yes, thumbs up on that."
"I think Julianne Moore is the most radiantly beautiful human being and isn't messing with nature too much. She seems like a woman who treats her body like a temple. I cannot relate to that!"
"I just like the insides of things and finding ways into microscopic worlds. There's also an element of control, taking things apart and putting them back together. It's a very tedious task. You can be alone and create a world for yourself."
"You can make a beautiful, airtight world that's fascinating to look at, but it's not interesting unless you have a character that's trying to achieve something under the circumstances of that world. It's harder to play a wacky girlfriend whose journey you just don't understand."
"I don't just act to pay my rent. I really like doing it, so I get frustrated when I don't get to do it all the time, so short films are a really great way to be doing it and working with your friends, working on smaller, more specific things without limiting yourself in other ways."
"If I had criteria, it would just be that I want to play active people who can solve problems, not people who have things thrust in their lap and need somebody to solve their problems for them."
"I love Thanksgiving. In Canada, we don't really have a lot of history with Thanksgiving, and it's a holiday devoted to food, and that warms the cockles of my being."
"I loved the DOS games, Super Nintendo. And I have a very addictive personality, so I recognize now that I just can't engage in that kind of stuff because I'll never stop. So I no longer play any games."
"It's a hard thing to explain to other people because it sounds very superficial and nepotistic, but doing the interview is actually a very deep, dream-fulfilling aspect of relationship."
"I've just sort of jumped into relationships and moved in with people way too soon."
"Nobody knows the world of emotion I'm inhabiting right now."
"I'm getting rid of this idea that you want people to like you. I'm making decisions on what feels right to me. To act in a more carnal way. That's my challenge."
"'Breathe In' was such a big deal for me. It was my first anything. Before that, I was going through 'Backstage Magazine' and applying for student films."