Los Angeles, Jan 20 (NationPress) Actress Amanda Seyfried believes that receiving award nominations holds greater significance than actually winning them. She asserts that lasting success in the film industry arises from thoughtful decisions rather than merely accumulating accolades.

When asked about the importance of winning an Oscar, Seyfried shared with the New Yorker, "No. Can you recall who won in the last decade? It’s not the victory that truly matters. It’s the nomination that propels you forward, and that’s a fact."

“Do I need one soon? Absolutely not. Would it be fantastic? Certainly, for numerous reasons. However, it isn’t a necessity,” she stated.

The actress received her inaugural Oscar nomination in 2021 for her role as Marion Davies in the biopic Mank, which centered on screenwriter Herman J. Mankiewicz. She believes that a successful acting career is built on making wise and meaningful choices rather than winning awards, as reported by femalefirst.co.uk.

Seyfried elaborated, "A long-lasting acting career is intentional. Longevity comes from making deliberate choices that create art alongside the bigger commercial projects that are enjoyable and profitable. For me, everything is a form of art."

"Yes, The Housemaid is a low-budget thriller that turned a profit and became a box-office success. Yet, every choice I made in that film held the same artistic value as my decisions in Ann Lee.

"I have finally managed to reconcile the two aspects in my heart and mind, and I realized that’s what I desire for the remainder of my career. I plan to navigate through various genres as much as I can, switching between independent films and studio projects. So far, I’ve achieved this without an Oscar. Why would I need one now?"

She acknowledges the fluctuations in career success.

She stated, "I believe I’ve already demonstrated my abilities. People are trusting me to tackle challenging roles. Everyone experiences ups and downs in their careers, and public perception can vary daily, but I remain steadfast in my choices, values, and personal needs.

"Currently, I find myself in a fortunate position since The Housemaid has generated revenue. That’s not always the case. At times you’re involved in Mamma Mia!, and other times you participate in projects like Ted 2 or A Million Ways to Die in the West, which were expected to perform well but fell short at the box office."