Elisabeth Rohm

ELISABETH ROHM has an incredible command of the english language and use of vocabulary. She rarely has to think about a question. I was often surprised about what she had to say and how much she has to say. She loves to give of herself to others.

I feel that ELISABETH ROHM would make a great teacher, her ease of conveying abstract concepts quickly yet in great detail and so eloquently is a great asset and quickly comes across as part of her personality and charm.

GlobalPop: Do you ever get tired of hearing the same questions over and over from the press? What is a question that you wish journalists would ask but never do?

ELISABETH ROHM: "I enjoy doing the press junkets and interviews. I love the attention and photos taken by the paparazzi.I have no problem spending time with the obligations of press conferences and photo shoots etc. I like them."

Elisabeth does not feel that the mass media "distorts her perception of herself in the print and other media." She has lots to add and would gladly do so if given the opportunity to talk at length.

GlobalPop: Where do you live?

ELISABETH ROHM: "I’m bi-coastal."

GlobalPop: "Do you feel that you are better known for LAW & ORDER or ANGEL?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "I’m better known for LAW & ORDER."

GlobalPop: "What inspired you to pursue acting?"

ELISABETH ROHM: She explained that acting was a great way to get away from what she usually did. "I studied history and philosophy was placing too much emphasis on making things ’too mental’. I’m very analytical and thinking all the time. Artists, actors, "creative people in general" (and of course, the cast of ANGEL are "renaissance people") there is much more to them than just the characters they play on screen.

"I love the arts in general. Enjoy doing what they do well, not just acting, but working together and doing art for art’s sake."

GlobalPop: "What is important to you about acting?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "Not stepping away from things that you love or having to give something up to do something else."

GlobalPop: "What kind of role would you like to pursue that you haven’t done before?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "I would love to be an action hero. I would actively pursue taking on the role of playing a female action hero like the next Wonder Woman or Catwoman etc."

GlobalPop: "When did you start acting?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "I started acting in college."

GlobalPop: "What aspects of entertainment influenced you?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "There are several actors that I admire as being great motivators: DUSTIN HOFFMAN, GLENN CLOSE, DIANE KEATON."

GlobalPop: "Who else do you like?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "I would love to work with my contemporaries: CATE BLANCHETT, LEONARDO DICAPRIO, CLIVE OWEN."

GlobalPop: Do you maintain a personal library?

ELISABETH ROHM: ELISABETH is an avid reader and devours books regularly. 3 current books she’s read:

"Biography of Paul Williams, Marcus Aurelius. Right now, I’m re-reading The Prince of Tides by Pat Conroy."

GlobalPop: "What are some of your favorite books?"

ELISABETH ROHM: Sorrows of Young Werther by Goethe Letters of Young Poet by Rilke Leni Riefenstahl by Leni Riefenstahl Out of Africa by Isak Dinesen "I have seen the movie Out of Africa about 50 times."

GlobalPop: "Speaking of Out of Africa, It’s also one of my favorites, too."

We both agreed that the moment of her servant addressing her by saying "you are Karin, Sabu" is extremely poignant and sums up the film’s meaning of trying to break down the barriers of racism and class in a caste society.

GlobalPop: Can you name 3 movies from your library?

ELISABETH ROHM: "I enjoy all Merchant Ivory productions, and CINEMA PARADISO." She feels that she was the little boy hanging out with the projectionist. "I love the story of how the characters’ love for movies was a bond that brought them together." BIG NIGHT (1996) directed by Campbell Scott and Stanley Tucci is one of her favorites.

GlobalPop: I really enjoy films that are about people.

ELISABETH ROHM: "I try to see movies that are human stories."

ELISABETH loves watching movies and to go out to the theater often, but prefers to watch DVD at home. "I’m a homebody"

GlobalPop: "Tell me something about working with Joss Whedon."

ELISABETH ROHM: "Joss Whedon is a cross between a great philosopher and Dr. Seuss. Joss helped me with my character of Kate to be what I represented."

GlobalPop: "Which episodes of ANGEL are your favorites?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "The episode where my father died and Sensitivity Training."

GlobalPop: "Do you feel that you have much in common with Kate or other characters you’ve played?"

ELISABETH ROHM: She feels that she is very different from the characters she has played. She says that whenever possible she tries to be in the "same emotional place"

GlobalPop: "Any advice you would give to aspiring actors and others pursuing a career in entertainment?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "Think outside of the box. Don’t be like anybody else. Being in the cool crowd is overrated. Never give up."

GlobalPop: "Do you have interest in other aspects of the entertainment industry?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "I want to produce. I love it. I want to be on the other side of the camera."

ELISABETH also likes to sing and write.

GlobalPop: "Did you have any difficulty or struggles finding work early in your career?"

ELISABETH ROHM: "No, Not much difficulty in the past. I consider myself lucky. Most of the things I’ve done are very big."

As far as her working in entertainment long-term it "could be another 50 more years". Only time will tell. She’s very happy with her acting as a profession. "I love my career."

most people she works with are very interesting and creative. She is definitely a people person and enjoys meeting wonderful and inspiring people.

ELISABETH has a very positive attitude and really enjoys being a working actor. "You love what you do. You follow your heart. Not much to complain about."