SmartLess "Kirsten Dunst"
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Oct 6, 2025 
Join Academy Award-nominated actress Kirsten Dunst as she shares her colorful journey in Hollywood. She recounts her early acting days, including living at Oakwood and landing iconic roles. Kirsten spills the tea on parenting challenges and her favorite family TV rituals, like watching Lego Masters. She also reflects on her experience making Melancholia in Sweden and shares funny stories about auditioning. Plus, she reveals her dream collaborator and what roles she hopes to tackle next—all while embracing the joys of fame and family life.
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Early Fame And SNL Memory
- Kirsten Dunst described hosting and childhood moments tied to SNL and early fame, including a Golden Globe nomination at 12 and cameo with Dana Carvey.
- She recalled feeling embarrassed by attention and wanting to remain a normal student despite early success.
Experience Over Awards
- Kirsten says awards and nominations matter less than the experience of making a film.
- She frames the craft itself as the central, lasting reward beyond external recognition.
Self-Taped Improv Win
- Kirsten auditioned for Ruben Östlund's film via a self-tape improv, recording herself on an iPhone with two takes.
- She used household props and her husband's camera as anchors while performing alone.
