“Being somebody who's like a theater geek that I am, I can just go right back to Aeschylus and Euripides and Sophocles: they were writing about gods and goddesses versus humans, and how gods could distort, pervert, or help people get what they want.”

Holly Hunter is an American actress and activist of the late 20th and 21st centuries. She is best known for her critically acclaimed roles in films like *Broadcast News*, *The Piano*, and *The Help*, as well as her work on stage and television. Her career spans both dramatic and comedic performances, with a particular reputation for depth and authenticity.