Allison King is known for her role in the sci-fi drama Midnight Special. He has been quite busy this year and is appearing in the recently released film Baby Driver. He works togetherAmy’s side Shumer and Miles Teller in Thank You For Your Service, which will be released on October 27^th. Get to know these actresses who aren’t planning on slowing down anytime soon:

What was it like working with Thor (Chris Hemsworth). Horse Army?

Unfortunately, I did not work with him because we did not have any scenes together, but I did work with his wife, Elsa Pataky. She is charming, very generous and warm. Together they really brighten up the room, they’re both so charming. There is clearly lots of respect and love between them. They look like an incredible family.

What is the biggest challenge in filmmaking Thank you for your service?

It’s funny, I can not think of anything. But I believe it isn’t easy. It’s because I love working on Jason Hall’s incredible writing so much that it does not feel like a challenge. It felt like love at first sight! All the hands are drawing hearts and cupids and such.

What scenes were the most fun to film Baby Driver?

Everything is fun. I believe it should be an action sequence I have a small part of it. I’ve never really done anything like that, so it is all new and thrilling. That kind of thing can be difficult. Playing surprise or shock is the toughest thing to play as an actor, and when you know violence is coming, it is hard to keep it genuine. But I just learned about my training as an actor, keeping my body relaxed and letting the violence overwhelm me at all times. Plus, it is great to be a part of so many moving parts, rain, cars, guns, music… so much fun. Like a physical Symphony.

What inspired you to start acting at the age of 5?

I did not really start until later. When I was young, it was just about playing pretend and living inside my favourite stories. Boxcar Kids is a favorite. As a young child, I loved the idea of being independent in a big adult world. I believe that’s why I love post-apocalyptic stories so much. As an adult, it inspires me to tell stories that define and alter us. Jill Soloway called it an “empathy machine.” I believe that’s an incredible way to describe it. Stories allow us to live in other people’s heads and hearts for a brief time. And while we are very connected these days, we are also very isolated and alone. Maybe it is just part of the human condition. But stories open us up to other points of view and that creates greater empathy, love and compassion between us. It is something worth fighting for.

What inspired you to study at The Esper Studio?

I’ve gone in and interviewed to join the studio and found the entire experience unbelievably challenging in a way that feels both terrifying and thrilling at the same time. There are lots of places you can learn as an actor where they take advantage of your vulnerabilities, but it is based on a sense of healing. I walked away from that training as a different person and an artist. It is a wonderful place.

What do you think is your biggest success?

That I’m still here and still doing this crazy job. I had been training and working for a really long time and the proven fact that I did not give up was a hit in itself. To be clear, I gave up a few hundred times, but it at all times called me back. I’m pleased with my resilience. I struck lots of gold by taking the slower path to work professionally. And looking back I can say it was a wonderful road.

Who is your biggest inspiration?

There are so many game-changing female filmmakers and artists today that are an inspiration to me. Jill Soloway played me on I Love Dick and Transparent. Lena Dunham at all times makes me think and feel new things that feel like they have been living inside of me for so long. I love JK Rowling, not only for Harry Potter but also for her candor on Twitter. She taught us all how to be in public with wit, charm, and not care what anyone else thinks.

New York City or Los Angeles?

Why not both? I’m a better girl.

Who is your current style icon?

Oh no… you are about to find out my dirty little secret: I don’t have any style! I’m fully a T-shirt and Jeans girl who dreams of being on The Sartorialist. I love finding my inspiration in street style and on blogs. But I’m not that good at applying that look to my own wardrobe. Ask me again in a few years. I’m really working on this aspect of my life now!

Any suggestions for aspiring actresses?

Two things:

1 If you fight for your limitations, you must defend them. If there’s anything I’ve learned, it is that each obstacle is a chance with a lesson built into it. There are hurdles in every level, it never ends. Number two: Start with joy. There are lots of parts about being an actor that are just downright boring. It is work after all. But if you can remember to start with joy, your playful, childlike creativity opens up and that is when good work happens. Remember why you started down this path. If the joy is gone and you cannot find it, take a break and find it again. Life is too short to live without joy.