Kika Magalhães

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WHERE WERE YOU BORN AND RAISED AND WHERE DO YOU LIVE NOW?
I was born in a small town in Portugal. At the moment I am sleeping on my friend's couch in Los Angeles (figuring out if I should move here from NYC).

WHAT’S THE FIRST STOP ONE SHOULD MAKE WHEN VISITING PORTUGAL?
Lisbon. It's the city of light and most beautiful city in the world.

HOW DID YOU GET INTO ACTING AND WHAT WAS IT LIKE STUDYING AT THE NEIGHBORHOOD PLAYHOUSE?
Since a little girl I wanted to be an actress, but because of a small industry in Portugal, I denied that part for a while. I became a dancer, and it was during a performance when I realized I belonged on a stage and needed to pursue acting with all my heart. I decided to move to NYC to follow this dream and get some proper training. A friend told me about the Neighborhood Playhouse. I loved its charisma and applied.

WHO DO YOU RANK AMONG YOUR FAVOURITE ACTORS?
Christian Bale, Leonardo DiCaprio, Jim Carrey, among many others.

WHAT WAS YOUR FIRST EVER ROLE?
A small role in a Portuguese soap opera where I was looking for a shoe.

“THE EYES OF MY MOTHER” CAUSED QUITE A STIR AT THIS YEAR’S SUNDANCE FILM FESTIVAL, HOW IS FRANCISCA LIKE YOU? DIFFERENT?
I am the total opposite of Francisca. She’s very quiet, expressionless and introverted. I love people, socializing and my face is constantly moving.

DO YOU SCARE EASILY OFF SCREEN?
No. I scare others easily.

WHAT'S YOUR PERFECT SUNDAY AFTERNOON LIKE?
If I’m not acting, just hanging out with friends at some nice beach or exploring.

WHAT ARE YOUR OTHER PASSIONS IN LIFE?
Dancing, traveling, animals, being surrounded by friends and nature.

IF YOU HAD A MAGIC WAND, SHOULD THE REST OF US RUN FOR COVER?
No! I’ll spread love in the streets.