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Behind the Movie Mirror Mirror: Interview with Lily Collins Princess Snow

March 23, 2012 by Momstart 18 Comments

An Interview with Mirror Mirror’s Lily Collins – Just as Perfect in Person

By: Ashley

“Perfect” is such a strong word that can bring up a lot of different feelings, but when I use it to describe Lily Collins… I really can’t think of anything better. She is eloquent, intelligent, kind, genuine, talented, beautiful, and… well… as perfect as any princess that has ever hit the silver screen. I’m sure all of that (and more) is what the makers of the new movie Mirror Mirror saw when they cast her as the legendary Snow White. I was lucky enough to sit down for a roundtable interview with her and some other parent bloggers earlier this month and felt so comfortable speaking with such an impressive young woman.

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At only 22 years old, some might think that taking on an iconic role like that of Snow White would be a pretty daunting task. When asked, Lily noted on how the script already established that this was a modernized version of the character we all know. She continued that there “wasn’t as much intimidation of trying to stay true to the original, it was just making sure I was someone that young girls could relate to. I didn’t want to be this caricature of a fairytale princess that was already in cartoon form. I wanted to be someone that young girls could look at and say, ‘She’s a friend of mine.’” Collins attention to her audience didn’t stop there. It seems as though the audience and message of the movie was something extremely important to her. It was fun for Lily to, “go from this young, wide-eyed, innocent girl who is unaware of what’s going on around her… (and) put in this fairytale princess dress. … And then as the story goes on, Snow grows up and becomes more mature and more of a young woman.” This theme of growth and maturity is one the Collins felt very closely connected to. She even said her own experience filming Mirror Mirror was very similar; coming in new and unaware, leaving a film star with even greater experiences.

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Meeting Lily Collins was incredible. Her demeanor, he grace, her elegance, all impressive. It’s no surprise that her style icon is Audrey Hepburn. For me, it was so easy to see. I think it is Lily’s natural beauty and old Hollywood class… not to mention the OBVIOUS physical similarities… that says “Audrey” to me. In the movie you also see the similarities in acting. Collins says it best by saying, “I think it’s old time movie stars that have a quality that isn’t as noticeable today because there are so many quick shots in a film. You don’t stay on one person for a long period of time. And with Audrey or Elizabeth Taylor, you stayed on someone’s face to see them go from one emotion to another.” It’s no surprise to hear the Collins prepared for her role as Snow White and, “studied her (Audrey Hepburn) and just the way that she used her body and her posture and her hands. She was very much a princess in her own way… For people to say that they saw that is huge for me, because that was definitely an inspiration.” All of this preparation is obvious when you see the elegance the Lily brings to the role of Snow White in Mirror Mirror.

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It’s obvious that Lily was a great fit for the role of Snow. It’s just as obvious that she has her feet on the ground, a good head on her shoulders, and is not afraid to go after what she wants. After waiting until she was around 16 years old, Collins hit the world of Hollywood auditioning for parts. She says that she “took every NO, as a “not right now.” It might be that attitude, along with the support of her mother, that helped get her to where she is today. As far as advice for young girls? Lily says that you should “always appreciate your mom. You need to know that you can always talk to her.” She also notes that it isn’t always going to be easy to work towards your goals, but that’s kind of part of it. “What’s the worst that can happen? You get told ‘no?’… You’re young. You’re supposed to try new things!” LC Snow 1

With all that in mind, I hope that you can see what an amazing young woman Lily Collins is. All of her talent and genuine passion for what she does is what brings her character (Yes… HER character) to life in Mirror Mirror. Lily says “Passion is one of the only things that is truly universal.” Make sure you check out her passion for acting… and a GREAT family film by seeing Mirror Mirror on March 30. Visit Mirror Mirror on Facebook

Travel and expenses were covered by Relativity Media for the Press Day.

About Ashley: Ashley has a background in teaching Kindergarten and working with children K through 8th grade. She is now a SAHM and writes her own blog at Momicles.

Filed Under: Ashley, Movie review Tagged With: Lily Collins, Lily Collins Fan page, Mirror Mirror, movie press page, Movie review, Snow White

What Would You Ask The Cast of the Movie Mirror Mirror? #MirrorMirror

February 27, 2012 by Momstart 24 Comments

Mirror Mirror – Getting Ready for a Fairy Tale Visit!

By: Ashley

On Friday, I will get to head out of the rainy PNW and take a Fairy Tale whirlwind trip. Why do I call it a “fairy tale trip?” Because I’m going to a screening of the latest fantastical film from Relativity Media , Mirror Mirror. If you haven’t heard about this movie yet, you should definitely check out the website and catch the trailer. This is an action version of the classical tale, Snow White. Julia Roberts plays the evil stepmother (Yep, THE Julia Roberts), and the picture is made complete with the beautiful princess played by Lily Collins, and the handsome prince played by Armie Hammer.

Source: mirrormirrorfilm.com via Mirror Mirror on Pinterest

 

 

What would you ask Snow White & Prince Charming?

Here is where I need the help of all you awesome MomStart readers. On Saturday, I will get to sit down with the prince and princess themselves for a roundtable interview! I’ve been doing my pre-trip prep and thought asking you guys for help on the list of questions would be a great idea. I’ll be there with some other VERY talented Mom Bloggers, so these questions need to be great! =) Here are some of the things I’ve learned so far about these 2 young movie stars.

Lily Collins plays the most beautiful girl in all the land, Snow White. After doing a little research, I learned that Lily actually started out as a journalism major. Most of her first “roles” were that in the field of news reporting, both writing and appearing as an anchor/reporter. She’s the daughter of Phil Collins, but is known more for her own work that just the name of her famous father. You can check out more of Lily’s biography here.

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Armie Hammer has had some success on both the small and big screen. His “breakthrough role” is considered to be that of the Winklevoss twins in 2010’s The Social Network. He spent his childhood growing up in Dallas, TX, the Cayman Islands, and LA. To learn more about the handsome prince from Mirror Mirror, you can look here.

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So, two young, up and coming movie stars! Please leave any questions that you’d like to have me ask in the comments below. I can’t wait to tell you guys all about it!

 

About Ashley:

Ashley has a background in teaching Kindergarten and working with children K through 8th grade. She is now a SAHM and active with our local MOMS Club chapter. She writes her own blog at Momicles.

Filed Under: Ashley, Movie review Tagged With: Arnie Hammer, Arnie Hammer fanpage, Julia Roberts, Julia Roberts fanpage, Lily Collins, Mirror Mirror, movie, Phil Collins

Mirror Mirror The Snow White Legend Comes Alive Movie Trailer

February 1, 2012 by Momstart 10 Comments

I have loved Julia Roberts for years now. I watched her in Hook, Stepmom and many other movies and she’s grown more lovable over the years. However, when I first heard of Mirror Mirror was was skeptical of her playing the wicked queen and what the story would be like. Is it going to be like the Disney version or will it be different and if it’s different will it be successful. I think it shall….

Mirror Mirrow Snow White Movie Poster

clip_image001[7]MIRROR MIRROR starring Julia Roberts, Lily Collins, Armie Hammer, Nathan Lane, Mare Winningham, Sean Bean, Michael Lerner will be in  theaters on March 30.

Visionary director Tarsem Singh (Immortals) rewrites fairy tale history as a wicked enchantress (Roberts) schemes and scrambles for control of a spirited orphan’s (Collins) throne and the attention of a charming prince (Hammer). When Snow White’s beauty wins the heart of the prince that she desperately pursues, the Queen banishes her to the forest, where a ravening man-eating beast hungrily awaits.

 

 

Lily Collins seems to be able to hold her own in adorable smiles, cute faces and well delivered acting; after watching that preview I am no longer hesitant but excited to see this movie. Feel free to download these fun Snow White Valentine’s cards.

 

Stay Tuned because in March we’re going to have another Fandango giveaway!

Filed Under: Movie review Tagged With: Julia Roberts, Lily Collins, Mirror Mirror, movie announcement, snow white legend

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