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84 MIAMI LIVING ML: What was it like working with Renee Zellweger and Harry Connick, Jr.? SFH: Renee and Harry are fantastic people. We had a riot. They both have great senses of humor and are fabulous and giving actors. ML: Did you have to audition for the role as Blanche Gunderson? If not, how did you find out about the role, and what was your reaction to being told that you got the part? SFH: I had to audition. Word is I was a last minute thought after they had seen "big names." I went on tape in NYC and they sent it to LA for the director, and I heard shortly after. I was over the moon! ML: What scene did you have the most fun shooting and which scene was the most difficult? SFH: The dramatic scene on the porch was hard because it was minus 56 degrees. I have a great time in the dinner scene and all the scrapping scenes. Renee and I had a blast during the car scene, cranking music in between shots to make it through the extreme cold. ML: Because you were brave enough to try tapioca pudding in the mall scene in the movie, have you since become a tapioca expert? SFH: My mother made tapioca when I was growing up—I haven't had it since— but I do like it. (Check out the extras on the DVD for all the tapioca backstory you'll need. —Ed.) ML: Do you prefer playing comedy to drama? SFH: I love both. ML: Do you have any difficulties memorizing your lines? Do you have any tips on how to teach people to memorize their lines? SFH: I have no difficulty—I just go over it and over it. ML: Your extensive body of work including appearances on other TV shows such as, Rescue Me, Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Third Watch, and The Golden Girls, and such movies as, Baby Mama, Charlotte's Web, Men in Black, Striptease, and Forrest Gum—all very impressive. Do you prefer acting for TV or in films? SFH: Film, because I love movies. ML: Do you have any current or future projects in the works? SFH: I wrote a one-woman show called "The Salty Sea"— based on my experience at my kid's school. I play several eccentric parents, coaches, psychologists. I did it last June at The Two River Theatre in Red Bank, NJ. I also am waiting on a big movie. Fingers crossed! ML: What is the reaction of your friends, family, and neighbors when they find out about your movies? Do you attend the premieres? SFH: Yes, I attend the premieres and my family is very supportive. ML: Please explain to the readers the history of your rap piece, "Sick of it." SFH: How did you know that? I made up a rap song and the crew loved it! The lyrics are simply "Sick of it" sung in various ways. I made it up at 4 a.m. on the set, when we were all frozen and exhausted. ML: I like how scrapbooking was integrated into the movie. Were you a big scrapbook fan before the movie? If not, did you become one after the movie wrapped? SFH: I had never heard of scrapbooking. I don't do it, but I was given a scrapbook that Speedy, the prop master, gave me, and I treasure it. ML: I understand that you're a member of the Atlantic Theatre Company in NYC. Have you performed at ATC? Is theatre your first love? SFH: I've been a member of the Atlantic Theatre for twelve years. I did another one- woman show I wrote called "Momma" about eight years ago. I did a few shows there, but I have three kids so it's hard to do theatre at this stage. Theatre is my first love—there's nothing like a live audience. ML: Who are you favorite actors? Do you have any 'idols' that would make you feel star struck, or are you over all that? SFH: I love Dianne Wiest, Lily Tomlin, Shirley MacLaine and, of course, Renee. ML wishes Siobhan continued success in her career playing a multitude of exciting characters! For more information about her new film, visit www.newintownmovie.com. ML PEOPLE