Diane Kruger Quotes

A collection of quotes by Diane Kruger.

Diane Kruger is a German-born actress and former fashion model, known for her versatile performances in both European and Hollywood films. She was born on July 15, 1976, in Algermissen, West Germany. Kruger initially aspired to be a dancer and trained at the Royal Ballet School in London. However, an injury redirected her focus towards modeling and subsequently led her to a successful career in acting.

Kruger gained international recognition for her role as Helen in the epic war film "Troy" (2004). She further showcased her talent in various films such as "National Treasure" (2004), "Inglourious Basterds" (2009), and "Unknown" (2011).

Throughout her career, Diane Kruger has worked with esteemed directors such as Quentin Tarantino, Wolfgang Petersen, and Fatih Akin, among others, and has received critical acclaim for her performances. Her portrayal of a German actress turned double agent in World War II thriller "Inglourious Basterds" earned her critical praise and a Screen Actors Guild Award.

Aside from her work in cinema, Kruger has also made appearances in television series like "The Bridge" and "The Operative." Her fashion background has made her a style icon, regularly appearing on red carpets in stunning ensembles.

Whether in period dramas, action films, or psychological thrillers, Diane Kruger has consistently demonstrated her skills as an actress, earning her a place among the respected talents in the industry.

I don't know about style. I know about my personal style.

I don't know about style. I know about my personal style.

I'm not one of those women who thinks beauty is a curse.

I'm not one of those women who thinks beauty is a curse.

I love Nic Cage. He was so much fun to work with.

I love Nic Cage. He was so much fun to work with.

I don't have any romantic ideas about marriage. Trust me. A

I don't have any romantic ideas about marriage. Trust me. A white dress... ? No. It's not something for me.

What counts in Hollywood is box office. It doesn't really ma

What counts in Hollywood is box office. It doesn't really matter what people think of you as an actor because, as long as you have been in a movie that has made money, you will always get another job.

Yeah, to me, acting is very therapeutic. I get out a lot of

Yeah, to me, acting is very therapeutic. I get out a lot of anger and frustration.

Orlando's a really cool guy. They hired him for 'Lord of the

Orlando's a really cool guy. They hired him for 'Lord of the Rings' out of drama school. He's very new at this still and doesn't have a lot of experience. So we were in this together and we've tried to help each other out. We felt very equal which was good.

I have three goddaughters - I'm not sure why they trust me,

I have three goddaughters - I'm not sure why they trust me, because I have no experience with children - but I try.

I have a kind of boring personal life, to the paparazzi anyw

I have a kind of boring personal life, to the paparazzi anyway, and I don't hang with the cool crowd.

I grew up with classical music when I was a ballet dancer. N

I grew up with classical music when I was a ballet dancer. Now when I have to prepare an emotional scene, to cry or whatever, I listen to sonatas. Vivaldi and stuff. It's just beautiful to me.

Family is becoming more and more important to me.

Family is becoming more and more important to me.

I get offered a World War II movie at least once a week just

I get offered a World War II movie at least once a week just because I speak German and was born there. I have always stayed away from it because I didn't want to be put into that box.

It's quite a famous story that takes place on Christmas Eve,

It's quite a famous story that takes place on Christmas Eve, and the Germans, French, and Scottish are trying to make peace one night and they bury their dead and they play football. I play a German opera singer, in German, which I never have so I am really excited about that.

I find that classical music helps put me in a place that is

I find that classical music helps put me in a place that is very calming and allows me to express emotion through my body. I played clarinet as a child, so I guess I have a bit of a musical ear.

In between films I like to travel and hope to visit every co

In between films I like to travel and hope to visit every continent before I become a mother.

I would do anything for a part, nearly anything. Being in mo

I would do anything for a part, nearly anything. Being in movies doesn't mean being pretty.

Berlin is still going through a transition since the Cold Wa

Berlin is still going through a transition since the Cold War - both in what used to be East and West Berlin. I can still sense the confusion and the struggle for identity there in the streets. There's a pulse to it.

When I was younger - it might be a romantic idea - I always

When I was younger - it might be a romantic idea - I always thought I might go crazy.

A lot of directors idealize their leading ladies or turn the

A lot of directors idealize their leading ladies or turn them into these objects of sexuality and beauty.

I made a French film called 'Merry Christmas' which is a ver

I made a French film called 'Merry Christmas' which is a very European film. It's a World War I piece.