Christina Ochoa – A Million Little Things

By starrymag | October 10, 2018

By: Jamie Steinberg

 

 

Q) What are the recent projects that you are working on?

 

A) “A Million Little Things”

 

Q) Please tell us the premise for your new series “A Million Little Things.”

 

A) A group of friends loses one of its members unexpectedly and it forces everyone to take a look at their life and reevaluate certain choices.

 

Q) Was there anything you added to your character Ashley that wasn’t initially scripted for her?

 

A) Ash was meant to be much more subservient and perhaps a bit more passive originally.

 

Q) What made you want to be a part of the show?

 

A) She’s the outsider. We don’t get to understand her or know WHY she does what she does; we only see a small glimpse of her actions, and from that, we go back and forth on how we feel about her. She’s a bit of a mystery and plays her cards close to her chest.

 

Q) Were you familiar with any of your costars before working with them on the series?

 

A) James Roday became a close friend when we worked in South Africa for several months on “Blood Drive” so I was ecstatic when he was cast as Gary.

 

Q) The series follows three friends united by grief. What was the feeling like on set while filming?

 

A) We treat the subject matter very delicately and respectfully and it’s hard for some of your work as an artist not to bleed through in your emotions after they yell “Cut,” so we all got very close. Luckily, the cast and crew are not only very talented, they are also incredibly funny human beings so there is a lot of laughter all around to balance the gravitas.

 

Q) What were some of your most memorable moments from filming?

 

A) The first table read is always one of my favorites. Hearing everyone’s take on their characters. Seeing them elevate the material in such an incredible way and bring it to life.

 

Q) What do you think it is about the series that will make it a fast fan favorite?

 

A) I try not to think about that at all. It would get in my head if I did. I try to honor the character and story as best as I can, and hope people can connect and empathize with the work.

 

Q) We have loved seeing you on “Animal Kingdom” as well. How apt were you with surfing before joining the series?

 

A) I’ve grown up in the water but it’s only thanks to Charlie Croughwell (our stunt coordinator) and John Wells that I was able to take classes and learn the mannerisms and style that someone like Renn would have. I’m very lucky to be a part of the “Animal Kingdom” family. They treat their actors with incredible respect and always support us with things like training, backstory…etc.

 

Q) With a baby on the way, how will it affect Renn’s relationship with Craig?

 

A) My favorite part of the Craig-Renn relationship is it’s completely unpredictable. They are soulmates in the most volatile and complicated (but fun) way.

 

Q) You’re a part of social media. Do you enjoy the instant fan feedback you receive to the work you do?

 

A) I like being able to share and discuss the things that matter to me; marine conservation, art, film, books and have mostly found it a great tool to keep up to speed with a lot of my family back in Spain.

 

Q) You often take on dramatic roles. Is there something that draws you to this genre?

 

A) Not particularly over any other genre. I gravitate towards the characters and am compelled to tell stories that I feel stand out and I haven’t seen. If it’s a grindhouse comedy-horror, an action-thriller, indie or dramatic tone… they are all equally as exciting to tackle.

 

Q) What would you like to say to everyone who is a fan and supporter of you and your work?

 

A) We (filmmakers and artists) are very fortunate to do what we do. We have an unprecedented platform to catalyze change in society and to inspire and affect others. Seek those artists who believe in something bigger than themselves and are not afraid to push for it. Doesn’t matter if their cause is education, women’s rights, environmentalism or mental health awareness… it just matters that they genuinely have one. It’s important for people in privileged positions such as ours to take a stand.