1. How did you get involved with the project?

I received a phone call from Shawn Justice a few months before shooting started. He told me that he got my name from a few different theater groups in Portland as a possible actress.

2. What was the audition process like and what was it like to be chosen to do a movie?

The audition process included reading small portions of the script in front of a camera and, also, participating in some role-playing. I was nervous about auditions, mainly because I knew I was meeting my competition. Once I got there, I had an immediate bond with fellow cast mate Stephanie Smith. She and I had so much fun that I almost forgot I was at an audition. When I found out that I had been cast it was a dream come true.

3. What did your friends and family say? How did they react?

They were all really excited for me. My parents replied with, "We knew you'd get the role." They really believed in me.

4. How did you approach your role? What did you learn from playing the part?

Luckily for me, Nicole and myself are a lot alike. While there are some differences (some big, some small), I decided to just get in front of the camera and try to be me. Because some of the situations that happen to my character where paralleling my life at the time, I really took those experiences with me while I was performing. I learned more about my self off camera than I did on camera; developing relationships, realizing my dreams and hopes....those were what I carried away with me long after filming was over.

5. Can you identify with the character? If so, how?

Hmmm....I think I just answered that. :-) -I'd be curious to see what Steph says for this question. lol-

6. What was it like working on a movie set? Do you have any memorable stories?

I remember walking on to the set the first day and just being blown away by how much equipment there was. Everything from our trailer to the catered lunches...I was impressed.

7. What do you think the movie communicates to teens today?

I think the movie clearly shows the dangers of moving too fast and going too far in a relationship. Any message that communicates the trials of behaving in a holy manner when you are in a dating relationship is extremely important no matter what age you are.

8. What would you tell other girls that are in Nicole's position, wanting to wait, but struggling?

I would say that waiting...remaining a virgin until they are married...is the best thing that they can do, no only for themselves, but for their future husbands. We live in a society that takes sex and strips it of all value. God's design is to have the union of a man and woman physically within the confines of a marriage; when we go against His will we are hurting more than just ourselves. The consequences are far reaching and too many young people don't realize that one moment of pleasure can lead to years of hurt.

9. What would you tell teens that want to get into the movie business today?

Keep your eyes and ears open. Get out there, make contacts, audition, audition, audition. And I would warn believers to keep strong in their convictions. The movie business can be cruel to Christians.

10. What will you take away with you from the experience?

Memories and friendships (and a few props I stole from the set...joking...).