Whether she’s signed to Universal Music Group or ruling a horror-infused Wonderland as the Queen of Hearts, Saint Heart doesn’t just enter a room—she commands it. With over 45 film credits earned in a remarkably short span, Saint has proven that “pivoting” is a high-art form.
Her journey from the music stage to the cinematic screen is defined by a relentless “I can” attitude and a deep-seated love for the dark and the daring. From her roots in the recording studio to her current venture pitching the raw, psychological thriller Luci Hart, her work explores the complex intersections of feminine rage and creative freedom. Having interviewed legends like Tim Burton and Guillermo del Toro, Saint is now carving her own haunting path through the industry. We sat down with the multi-hyphenate to discuss her evolution, the discipline of longevity, and why her most ambitious chapters are just beginning.
WELCOME TO ABOUT INSIDER, SAINT HEART. IT’S A PLEASURE TO HAVE YOU WITH US. CAN YOU SHARE HOW YOUR JOURNEY INTO ACTING FIRST BEGAN?
I began my journey into acting during Covid. Music slowed down because the world was shut inside, and an unexpected opportunity came my way. A producer called asking to use one of my songs in a film, then asked, “Do you act?” I wasn’t going to turn down a door opening, so I said yes, and I gave it everything.
On set, I met an acting coach who told me I was very natural. I studied for a year and a half, and during that time another director discovered me. I stepped out of class and into the industry with my own coach. The opportunity was there, and instead of saying “I can’t,” I believed in myself and said, “I can.” That moment changed my life. I realized music wasn’t my only love, creativity itself is. Creating something unique that belongs to you is the most powerful thing an artist can do, and I’m proud I took that leap.
YOU’VE APPEARED IN OVER 45 FILMS, INCLUDING PROJECTS ALONGSIDE KEVIN SORBO AND TOM ARNOLD. WHAT HAVE THOSE EXPERIENCES TAUGHT YOU ABOUT LONGEVITY IN THE INDUSTRY?
I’m deeply grateful for every experience I’ve had. They taught me who I am, as a person, a creator, and an artist. Longevity comes from humility and work ethic. Know your lines, show up prepared, stay in character, and be kind. The industry is smaller than people think, the same teams come back together when there is trust, professionalism, and no drama. My advice is simple: stay humble, be a team player, and always come ready.
YOUR UPCOMING ROLE AS THE QUEEN OF HEARTS IN ALICE’S MADNESS IN WONDERLAND IS ALREADY GENERATING BUZZ. WHAT EXCITED YOU MOST ABOUT STEPPING INTO SUCH AN ICONIC CHARACTER, ESPECIALLY IN A HORROR REIMAGINING?
I’m beyond excited for this film. It allowed me to fully showcase my range as an actress. I explored theatrical tones and built a darker, more extreme version of the Queen of Hearts. She’s not just evil, she’s terrifying.
I drew from my love of Alice in Wonderland and created my own twisted interpretation. The filmmaker Elijah J. Alvarez is Gen Z, with a bold, fresh vision, and working with him was incredible. This role reveals a completely different side of me on screen, and I would love to explore more character-driven roles like this.
YOU WERE ORIGINALLY SIGNED TO UNIVERSAL MUSIC GROUP. HOW DID YOUR MUSIC CAREER SHAPE THE WAY YOU APPROACH ACTING?
Performing on stage and acting on set are two very different energies. On set, you can reset and try again. On stage, there’s no safety net, the adrenaline is real, your heart is racing, and the audience knows every word. That intensity shaped me.
Music taught me how to express myself fully, through voice, body, emotion, and soul. Once you overcome the nerves, performance becomes freedom. That same emotional truth carries into my acting.
YOUR ORIGINAL PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLER, LUCI HART, IS CURRENTLY BEING PITCHED TO MAJOR STUDIOS. WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO WRITE IT, AND WHAT THEMES DOES IT EXPLORE?
Luci Hart is everything I couldn’t show the world, until now. I poured my love for cinema, my personal evolution, and my passion for revenge thrillers into her. She represents feminine rage, transformation, and power. She has a message, and her story is only beginning.
YOU’VE INTERVIEWED LEGENDARY FILMMAKERS LIKE GUILLERMO DEL TORO AND TIM BURTON. HOW HAVE THOSE CONVERSATIONS INFLUENCED YOUR OWN STORYTELLING APPROACH?
They are completely different spirits, yet equally inspiring. Guillermo del Toro had a gentle, warm energy when we spoke during the actors’ strike. Tim Burton was eccentric, dark, and beautifully strange, we talked about his childhood fascination with cemeteries and how darkness shaped his imagination. Hearing their origins reminded me that embracing your uniqueness is your greatest strength. It inspired me deeply, and I hope to work with both of them someday.
AS BOTH AN ACTRESS AND SCREENWRITER, HOW DO YOU BALANCE CREATIVE CONTROL WITH COLLABORATION ON SET?
Writing is power, its vision, foundation, and creation. But film is also collaboration. I listen, I accept thoughtful criticism, and I value teamwork. Still, I protect what I create. You must trust your instinct, follow your intuition, and never let go of your voice.
PSYCHOLOGICAL THRILLERS REQUIRE EMOTIONAL DEPTH AND RESTRAINT. HOW DO YOU PREPARE MENTALLY FOR ROLES THAT EXPLORE DARKER HUMAN THEMES?
I carry deep emotions within me. I’ve lived through darkness, and I channel those experiences into my work. I imagine emotions as sealed boxes inside me. When a scene demands truth, I open the right box, and everything pours out: pain, tears, rage, truth. Those emotions stay hidden until the moment they are needed, and when they surface, they are real.
LOOKING AHEAD, DO YOU SEE YOURSELF DIRECTING ONE DAY, OR IS YOUR FOCUS ON ACTING AND WRITING FOR NOW?
Directing is absolutely in my future. I wrote a film called Mollywop, based on a true story, and originally wanted to direct it. Right now my focus is Luci Hart, but creativity has no limits. If you feel called to create something, you must try. Many people say I already write like a director, I see the camera, the sound, the movement, the emotion. And when the time is right, I will step into that role fully.
