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Lili Taylor's Valerie Solanas role haunted her for months
31 Jul
Summary
- Lili Taylor's portrayal of Valerie Solanas stayed with her for months.
- The film 'I Shot Andy Warhol' recently received a restoration.
- Taylor believes film restoration is crucial for preserving cinematic works.
Actress Lili Taylor, 59, recently reflected on the enduring impact of her role as Valerie Solanas in the 1996 film "I Shot Andy Warhol." Taylor described the intense experience of portraying Solanas, who famously attempted to assassinate Andy Warhol, noting that the character lingered with her for several months after filming wrapped.
She shared that stepping out of such a demanding role required her to develop personal rituals. Taylor emphasized the vital importance of film restoration, citing instances where her own films were found to be deteriorating. She expressed gratitude for archivists dedicated to preserving these cinematic objects.
The biographical drama, directed by Mary Harron, recently underwent restoration and was rereleased in theaters over the summer. Taylor expressed her satisfaction with the film's enduring quality upon rewatching it and celebrated its renewed availability, particularly for director Mary Harron and herself.
