Elizabeth Banks quotes

Elizabeth Banks is an American actress, director, and producer known for her versatile roles in film and television. Her notable performances include "The Hunger Games" series, "Pitch Perfect," and "30 Rock." She consistently garners critical acclaim for her talent both in front of and behind the camera. Here are 17 of her quotes:

Most men I know rely on women to do all the literal dirty work.

Elizabeth Banks

When I was in college I was accused of being a goody two-shoes. But every goody two-shoes has a bad side.

Elizabeth Banks

I think people respond to me as a down-to-Earth, girl-next-door person, because I am one of those people. That's something I don't have to act very hard at.

Elizabeth Banks

I actually think that secrets are just a part of human nature and that everybody should have some.

Elizabeth Banks

I love stories about misfits and underdogs.

Elizabeth Banks

I love physical comedy. I love Oscar Wilde, I love Shakespeare comedies, I love improv.

Elizabeth Banks

I love working with a stylist but I also love having personal relationships with designers. A stylist is great for pulling together an entire outfit, accessories included, and for shaking me out of my comfort zone.

Elizabeth Banks

I like my coffee light.

Elizabeth Banks

If I ever complain about yachting around the Mediterranean with Madonna, who I just idolized as a child, I should be slapped across the face.

Elizabeth Banks

Normally for photo shoots I get a full wax, some tanning, a facial.

Elizabeth Banks

You have got to have an agent. It's a business. But I think there is a way to be artful and commercial at the same time.

Elizabeth Banks

I'm very genetically blessed; I cannot deny it, but I work hard at keeping myself together. Yes, I have nice cheekbones and skinny legs, but I can't take any credit for it.

Elizabeth Banks

When you live in a leading lady's body, which I do, you have to constantly prove that you are funny.

Elizabeth Banks

I play Rock Band, which is Guitar Hero times ten. You can play with four people, so when you have parties, you have a real band. Nobody ever wants to sing, so I'm always the one throwing down on the mic.

Elizabeth Banks

Every once in a while I play a true idiot, and they're really fun to play.

Elizabeth Banks