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Julia Roberts Reflects on Career Challenges Ahead of New Film

10/8/2025

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Julia Roberts says insecurity and early criticism shaped her career, and she defines herself by her character, not her work, in a People magazine interview.
She describes ages 15–25 as challenging, with more bumps than smooth sailing.
Her film After the Hunt opens in select theaters Oct 10 and nationwide Oct 17.

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Story summary

Julia Roberts says insecurity and early criticism shaped her career, and she defines herself by her character, not her work, in a People magazine interview.
She describes ages 15–25 as challenging, with more bumps than smooth sailing.
Her film After the Hunt opens in select theaters Oct 10 and nationwide Oct 17.