Shayna explains why she felt protective of Kelly from her first audition, how she approached the character’s vulnerability, and what changed between Karin Slaughter’s novel and the screen adaptation.
She also shares how Meghann Fahy made her feel welcome on set—and why she went straight back to her restaurant job after landing the role.
In this interview:
• Landing Kelly Wilson after a lengthy audition process
• Bringing Kelly from the book to the screen
• Exploring manipulation, perception, and trauma
• Filming an intense scene with Rose Byrne
• Meghann Fahy’s reassuring words on her first day
• What she hopes audiences understand about Kelly
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0:00 From Childhood Dreams to Professional Acting
1:45 Landing the Role of Kelly
3:25 Embodying a Complex Character
6:10 Collaborating with the Creative Team
9:21 Learning from Seasoned Professionals
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