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Actress Charlize Theron discusses her film Young Adult 2011 in which she plays an alcoholic writer who goes back home to try and win back her high school boyfriend. Theron thought it was important to play a troubled, conflicted woman. The films creators were 'brave and truthful' with her character and at no point thought about softening her. Theron relates to complex characters whose journeys don't always result in a typical movie 'happy ending'. Theron discusses how TV is transforming the industry and raising the bar and that movies must catch up. The Italian Job 2003 Theron really enjoyed making this clever caper film and loved working with her fellow actors on set. Monster 2003 resulted in Theron winning the best actress Oscar for her portrayal of serial killer Aileen Wuornos, she talks about never expecting each subsequent role to be as successful, she's realistic and looks to find fulfilling roles rather than chasing awards. North Country 2005 clip is shown, here Theron talks about her willingness to invest her time in the less glamorous roles and serve the integrity of really interesting narratives. Aeon Flux 2005 clip show next. A sci-fi film where Theron did all her own stunts. Prometheus 2012 is another sci-fi film clip. Here Theron discusses switching genres but only thinks about this aspect once she's on set, never while she is reading the script, it's all about the story - the genre is secondary to her. Theron discusses her charity work in her native South Africa with orphans and HIV prevention. She reflects on how travel and experiencing different cultures is a crucial part her life. She wraps up the interview by discussing how important a happy, close knit set is to creating a great movie. Having a good relationship with all the crew as teamwork is vital. This environment is where she feels safe to perform in front of the camera and give her best performance.

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