I was walking around inside there on tiptoes, Vikander says.
It was beyond my wildest dreams.
Just to get a peek behind the curtain was a memory for life.
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It was something I could tell my grandkids.
But Vikanders future grandchildren will be hearing a lot more than that.
Vikander had just finished a press roundtable in Berlin when she heard the news.
To say that she was stunned would be an understatement.
On the phone, her voice is still trembling.
I heard the news that Id been nominated and I freaked out, she says.
And then a little while later I heard the news again and I couldnt even freak out.
I was too overwhelmed.
I just didnt know what to do.
I just got off the phone with my parents.
Its crazy, really.
When we got American distribution, that was a huge thing.
I remember how we celebrated.
Im so proud for the film.
We were at the British Independent Film Awards last week and Alex won for directing and writing.
I was in the back waving my arms like crazy.
Lili was a pioneer of her times 100 years ago.
Vikanders double nomination at the Golden Globes does pose a dilemma for Oscar voters.
(Despite, it should be said, her considerable screen time and the importance of her role.)
But all of this means absolutely nothing to her.
Im not involved in that at all, she says.
And I dont think you’re free to be.
I mean, for me, I hope you hear it in my voice, Im just overjoyed.
