In a recent interview with The Wall Street Journal Magazine, Angelina Jolie expressed reservations about pursuing an acting career today. She stated, “I wouldn’t be an actress today,” highlighting the increased pressure to be public about one’s life. Jolie, an Oscar-winner, acknowledged the toll of over two decades of public scrutiny, exacerbated after her divorce from Brad Pitt.

Stress during the filming of “Maleficent: Mistress of Evil” in 2018 led to health issues, including Bell’s palsy. Unwanted attention in Los Angeles limits her social life, prompting Jolie’s desire to leave the city for Cambodia.

Reflecting on her film career, she mentioned a shift seven years ago, coinciding with her divorce, focusing on projects requiring shorter shoots. Despite feeling somewhat down, Jolie remains guarded about personal struggles, emphasizing a decade-long disconnect with herself.