“It's a fantastic mirror to us to engage with art, to engage with paintings that are about tragedy, to go see Shakespearean comedies, to read a Greek play... We have always investigated the lightness and darkness of the human soul, in all these forms. So why not do it on television?”

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.