EVERYDAY ENTOURAGE: Somewhat Single in San Diego

Hey World,

So speaking of taking off my clothes, the weather in San Diego is wonderful and my new obession is shorts with boots. I love that look. My vacation is going well, however I have been doing work while on vacation, which is not really anything out of the ordinary for me.

I'm looking forward to the beginning of my video blog. That will be so much fun!
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I had this crazy experience on the set of The Break Up. I was asked to be a featured dancer and I had a blast! Furthermore, I was asked to be in the "Strip Poker Scene." At first, I accepted this opportunity, when called by the AD, he said, "You will be topless in this scene." I was still in high school and all I could think was, "My dad is going to watch this movie." No way. I can't do that. I told the AD that I couldn't do it but thanked him for the opportunity.

Everything works out in the end. I remember when I saw the final cut of the movie, I was happy with my decision. I know my brand. I'm comfortable with my image and aware that I'm the innocent good girl, but ironically enough, I'm becoming a sex symbol.


Q & A Segment:

Mike: Does your agent want you to take off your clothes?

That is a tricky question Mike, because if one is lucky and has an agent that has your best interest, they will support you in your decision to say, "no" to nudity. However, some agents have other priorities. I've had three different agents and all have been supportive and accepted it as part of my image. I did have one agent send me out on an audition for multiple roles, some of which required nudity, in which case I simply told the casting director, "I'm not interested in the roles that require nudity." However, I realize that knocked me out of the running for three or four of the lead female roles and I didn't book the part.

That's okay with me.

Clif: What is Meisner-trained?

Well...I love talking about this! I am a Meisner trained actress. This means that I have not personally trained with Meisner, but I have studied with teachers who were taught under Sandy Meisner's peers/pupils. I love Meisner but I consider myself to be more of a method actress and I follow Stanislavski. I really appreciate the Meisner training that I did undergo because it gave me a chance to learn more about my method. Meisner helped me reach a breakthrough in my acting. I was able to connect on a whole new level and honestly break boundaries. Meisner gave me a chance to open up and really take risks. It's important to make strong choices and take risks. "Saying yes" is key, as well as knowing what you want and what tactics you are going to implement. However, Meisner for me was great because besides breaking new ground, I learned to maintain focus on my scene partner. It's all about them. Acting is reacting. How can one react if they don't pay attention to their partner? What is the dream? I want to change them. What do I want?
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Anyway, life is good over here in San Diego. I'm "Somewhat Single" in 2010. I've promised myself that I will remain in my current "Somewhat Single" state for 2010...which I can't really give more information about LOL

I'm a Scorpio...that's how we roll

Somewhat Single in San Diego

Hey World,

So speaking of taking off my clothes, the weather in San Diego is wonderful and my new obession is shorts with boots. I love that look. My vacation is going well, however I have been doing work while on vacation, which is not really anything out of the ordinary for me.

I'm looking forward to the beginning of my video blog. That will be so much fun!
* * *
I had this crazy experience on the set of The Break Up. I was asked to be a featured dancer and I had a blast! Furthermore, I was asked to be in the "Strip Poker Scene." At first, I accepted this opportunity, when called by the AD, he said, "You will be topless in this scene." I was still in high school and all I could think was, "My dad is going to watch this movie." No way. I can't do that. I told the AD that I couldn't do it but thanked him for the opportunity.

Everything works out in the end. I remember when I saw the final cut of the movie, I was happy with my decision. I know my brand. I'm comfortable with my image and aware that I'm the innocent good girl, but ironically enough, I'm becoming a sex symbol.


Q & A Segment:

Mike: Does your agent want you to take off your clothes?

That is a tricky question Mike, because if one is lucky and has an agent that has your best interest, they will support you in your decision to say, "no" to nudity. However, some agents have other priorities. I've had three different agents and all have been supportive and accepted it as part of my image. I did have one agent send me out on an audition for multiple roles, some of which required nudity, in which case I simply told the casting director, "I'm not interested in the roles that require nudity." However, I realize that knocked me out of the running for three or four of the lead female roles and I didn't book the part.

That's okay with me.

Clif: What is Meisner-trained?

Well...I love talking about this! I am a Meisner trained actress. This means that I have not personally trained with Meisner, but I have studied with teachers who were taught under Sandy Meisner's peers/pupils. I love Meisner but I consider myself to be more of a method actress and I follow Stanislavski. I really appreciate the Meisner training that I did undergo because it gave me a chance to learn more about my method. Meisner helped me reach a breakthrough in my acting. I was able to connect on a whole new level and honestly break boundaries. Meisner gave me a chance to open up and really take risks. It's important to make strong choices and take risks. "Saying yes" is key, as well as knowing what you want and what tactics you are going to implement. However, Meisner for me was great because besides breaking new ground, I learned to maintain focus on my scene partner. It's all about them. Acting is reacting. How can one react if they don't pay attention to their partner? What is the dream? I want to change them. What do I want?
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Anyway, life is good over here in San Diego. I'm "Somewhat Single" in 2010. I've promised myself that I will remain in my current "Somewhat Single" state for 2010...which I can't really give more information about LOL

I'm a Scorpio...that's how we roll.

Everyone Wants Me to Take Off My Clothes

"We will pay you X amount of Dollars, full nudity, but no sexual situations." I laugh so hard when I get these offers. Really? How much will you pay me? haha Just kidding. I'm not a stripper. I'm not a pornstar, (contrary to family jokes over this past Christmas), but seriously...I'm an actress. I do love performing. I'm a dancer. In addition to my passion for film, I love being onstage. However, I'm not interested in Full Nudity "no sexual situations though, we promise!" LOL. I'm not here to show the world my body because I think that there are certain things that should remain private and personal and honestly only shared with one other person. Really? You want me to take off my clothes and you call that "acting" ? I call it pornography. Don't get me wrong, I'm okay with nudity if it is done tastefully or is in an artistic fashion. However, being naked for the sake of being naked is such a waste and I'm worth more than that.

So today, yet again, I received an interested casting director who asks, "Please don't wear pants to the audition, unless you would like to change before." Thanks, but no thanks.

To those of you aspiring actresses, willing to sell yourselves short, I think there is plenty of room for you in pornography.

I did a lesbian film last year. It was artistic and a really interesting experience. My co-star was partially nude and I was okay with it and it was necessary. We were lovers. It was a challenging role for me and I learned a lot about myself. I applaud Megan Wilson, my co-star for her daring abilities to undress for a beautiful independent film. It was certainly erotic but tasteful...I showed it to my mom. She cringed because she really believed that I was a lesbian to some extent through watching my work. That was interesting to me as well, since my mom has seen the lineup of boyfriends throughout the years. She even asked me, "Are you gay?" once. I had to laugh and I took it as a compliment to my acting ability.

So to all my coaches throughout the years, you have done a great job LOL...I'm still learning everyday and growing as a young actress.

I've made the leap from Chicago Second City Actress to West Hollywood Experienced Film Actress, taking on the world, one day at a time--and for that I'm proud.

When I look back on my acting experiences throughout my life, I am flooded with many good and bad memories. I remember my first acting coach in 6th grade...Lisa Machak. She was my third acting teacher at Western Springs Theatre and I loved her. I remember I would stay after every class and talk to her forever. My mom would be waiting outside in the car for me for so long...so we started private lessons. Lisa taught me so much! She was the first teacher to use the words "FIGHTING FOR" and I will never forget it to this day. She said, "What are you fighting for?" She taught me to do beat breakdowns for every scene. She said that in every moment, even in silence, you should know what it is that you are fighting for.

She taught me that "Talent lies in the choices." -Robert DeNiro. She said that was one of her favorite quotes and it has stuck with me.

I would go over to Lisa's house for private lessons and we would work on monologues.

In class, Lisa would often talk about a place where she spent a lot of time, called Second City.

It's so funny to me now because in 6th grade, I didn't know what Second City was. I just knew it was a big deal and a really special place.

Welcome 2010, Best Year of My Life!

Hello World,

HAPPY 2010! This year has already been off to an amazing start! My movie, PURITY opens the last week of February at the Fairfax Cinemas in LA. It is so exciting for me because my other film, The Perfect Girl will also have a special screening that week at the same venue.

Next Purity and The Perfect Girl will go to New York in March/April. After that I'm shooting another movie this spring in LA! It's a horror film.

I'm so thankful for those who have supported my endeavors and for my family and close friends. Thank you for constantly believing in me, my work and my passion. I love acting so much. Acting is the reason I wake up every morning.

Much Love and God Bless. I wish you all a successful and productive year.

Love,
Lexi

Happy Holidays

Hello World,

I love working hard and seeing the end result of an artistic vision. My new film Purity opens in February 2010. I can't believe how cold the weather is in Chicago. It's this incredible slushy icy mess. I am thankful for my new home in Los Angeles. The sun shines everyday there. I wake up with a smile, ready to take on the day. So here's the new movie poster for Purity. Enjoy!

Peace & Love,
Alexandra

Everyday Entourage

PURITY - the movie stills



Hello World,

Tonight I saw SHERLOCK HOLMES at Warner Bros Studios. It was a great movie. I love the Warner Bros lot...Joel Silver's office is SO creepy/cool...love it.

Anyway, I'm working on another t.v. show tomorrow. Here are some movie stills from PURITY.

Goodnight and Peace !

<3 Di Novi

DiNovi's Official Blog

Hello World,

From now on I am going to make a huge effort to do my best to make a regular personal blog here. I will inform you about my endeavors, current projects, behind the scenes...my hopes and dreams.....everything! Uncensored.

Where to begin?

My name is Alexandra Di Novi. I'm an actress. I'm a storyteller. I'm a kid. I like dancing. I love music and my favorite thing is falling in love.

I guess I'm a dreamer and a passionate person. I first fell in love with life on set in 2005. That was my first experience in film...but I should probably start from the beginning.

There are no rules in this blog from now on. It is completely personal and uncensored. There is no set pattern. I will write from the heart what I feel without holding back.

The beginning is back when I was a little girl and I first saw Shirley Temple. I was probably three years old because that was around the time that I saw my cousin play violin and I started taking lessons. After seeing Shirley Temple I knew I wanted to sing and dance. I became passionate about tap. I competed all over Illinois in tap. Finally at 7 years old, I was in my first play. I was Maria in The Sound of Music at the Center for the Arts in my town. After that, I knew I wanted to be in more plays.

Anyway, more on my background later...

I moved to LA in August and I have been busy NONSTOP. I have completed seven different independent film projects and an array of tv gigs at Warner Bros, CBS, the list goes on.

Persistence & Patience.

My best friend is amazing. He lives in San Diego. I like to escape there when I can to get away from work. I love working. Acting is my life. I was definitely born with a purpose. I was born to act. It's fun for me to wake up everyday with a new adventure. When I was little I used to say, "I love acting because I get to play different people." Now that's different for me. I love acting because I learn a lot about myself through my work. It's a process.

Last week I shot a film in Chicago. This is my fourth huge film in Chicago. I worked really hard on set. I learned a lot. That's what I love about my job. I'm constantly learning, changing, growing. I am so thankful for acting work in my life. I am truly blessed. I thank God everyday for giving me the talents, abilities and drive that I possess.

Anyway, I fell in love with a guy. It's crazy because I knew from this similar feeling in my stomach I had with my first love. I know because I got the same feeling with this guy. Anyway, he's an actor too. He's great. It's just that over Thanksgiving, I realized that I may still have feelings for my first love...