"Every actress has a line she'll draw, where she'll say, 'This I will do and this I won't.' For me, everything has to be important to the story and the director has to be able to tell me why."

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Sheryl Lee

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Sheryl Lee is an American actress known for her role as Laura Palmer in 'Twin Peaks,' where she explores themes of identity and self-expression.

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