I have a strong dance background. I danced from age five till 18, and that helps a lot. Doing a fight routine is like doing a dance routine.
Meaning of the quote
Doing a fight scene for a movie is a lot like doing a dance routine. Yvonne Strahovski, an Australian actress, says that because she danced from when she was 5 until she was 18 years old, it really helps her when she has to do fight scenes. The movements and choreography of a fight scene are similar to the movements and choreography of a dance routine, so her experience with dance makes it easier for her to perform fight scenes.
About Yvonne Strahovski
Yvonne Strahovski is an Australian actress known for her roles in popular TV shows like Chuck, Dexter, and The Handmaid’s Tale. She has also appeared in various films and voiced characters in video games and animated movies. Yvonne has received multiple award nominations for her outstanding performances.
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