Find out how Julia Stiles lives up to her 10 Things reputation, thinks about Heath Ledger, and avoids watching old parts again now.
- Kat made a lot of young people feel confident.
- On the set, Heath Ledger made an impact that will last a lifetime.
- Reunions are still rare, but cast members love them.
Why do people still love Kat Stratford?
The 43-year-old Julia Stiles is proud of how her part in 10 Things I Hate About You changed her life. At age 17, she really related to Kat’s strong freedom, especially when she was told to be “sexier” or “smile more.”
Being a strong character who didn’t care what other people thought hit home for Stiles back then, and she still finds it amazing that the movie is still popular today.
What does she remember about working with Heath Ledger?
She says that the late Heath Ledger was a force whose lively energy lit up every room and made her time on set unforgettable.
Upon contemplating his untimely demise, she experiences both sadness and gratitude for the opportunity to witness his boundless enthusiasm for life.
The beloved movie still shows how talented Ledger is and how well they work together on screen.
Do people still really love this classic?
The 1999 romance movie that fans keep going back to stars Joseph Gordon-Levitt and Gabrielle Union. Stiles says that many fans come up to her and tell her sweet stories about how Kat’s character changed the way they thought about self-confidence.
Ten Things I Hate About You is a big deal for her and a project that led to more success in her work.
Will 10 Things I Hate About You endure in the long run?
- The clever way the story changes Shakespeare’s work
- Younger people relate to Kat’s attitude of not apologizing.
- The magnetic performance by Heath Ledger will always be remembered.
- The comedic tone perfectly captures the anxieties of today’s teens.
Does she stay in touch with people from her old cast?
Stiles says that most of her relationships aren’t close because her co-stars are busy. Joseph Gordon-Levitt lives in Los Angeles, and his nickname Josh lives in London.
Still, she is thrilled when they are able to get together sometimes. Larisa Oleynik’s appearance at a recent event was a great chance to catch up and talk about old times.
Why doesn’t she watch her famous movies again?
Stiles says she doesn’t watch her own movies very often, even though she likes how excited people are about projects like 10 Things I Hate About You.
She jokes that she’s too critical to watch herself, but she loves how each movie makes her feel nostalgic. Her view is that they show different parts of her personal and professional life.