Not for me personally, but I think we’ve all spent either too much time or not enough time in a relationship. That’s why this film is so relatable. We’ve all been through it. We’ve all had both of these relationships. What it comes down to, I think, is that these women have not taken the time to get to know who they are. My character can’t even cry. That means she’s completely cut off from her emotions.

The foundation that I think love works the best on– from what I’ve seen from examples and experiences–is that you really have to know yourself, your worth and what you’re capable of giving, what you want to receive, and then know how to be brave enough to be open, to trust people and to trust yourself.

Q: In The Holiday, your character’s soon-to-be-ex boyfriend has fidelity issues. Do you think women have a sixth sense when there’s infidelity?

A: I believe women know, for sure. I think when you’re connected with somebody, there’s no way you can’t tell when something’s off. But as far as it goes with the relationship in the movie, things are not working on so many levels, that it’s not that at all. She’s clearly not connected; there’s no communication at all.

Q: Was it difficult to play lovesick crying scenes?

A: It was interesting…It’s like every breakup. I’ve been slammed before, and then other times, I’m like, “Yes, this is awesome!” I think you just get through it. Having your heart broken is never fun, but you’ve got to get over it at some point, right?

Q: Any advice for heartbroken women?

It goes back to knowing yourself, being connected to yourself and being happy with yourself. You always have to start there first. I encourage people to figure it out within yourself.

Q: Both Jack Black and Jude Law are in this film. Are you attracted to a Jack Black kinda guy or a Jude Law type?

A: A mixture of the two is awesome. They’re both such lovely men. They couldn’t be two nicer guys– funny, charming and down-to-earth. Professional, respectful and just awesome people. They’re great on their own. Forget about a mixture of the two of them; it would be crazy! I don’t know if I could handle it!

Contributing entertainment editor Susan L. Hornik is based in Los Angeles.