WHO Shrek the ogre
CLAIM TO FAME Stars in Shrek, in theaters May 18.

Question What was it like to film a movie with such famous fairy-tale stars, including the Seven Dwarfs?

Answer It was a little intimidating. The dwarfs are experienced actors. And that Gingerbread Man is one tough cookie!

Q. What are the best and worst things about being an ogre?

A. I didn’t get picked on too much, you know, what with being big and green. But the worst part was, well, being big and green!

Q. You teach the other characters to look beyond outside appearances. What do you hope kids will learn from the movie?

A. How to cook weedrat. No, seriously, I learned how important it is not to judge someone by looks. I mean, I liked Princess Fiona even though she was pretty.

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May 4, 2001 News Scoop