Actress Margaret Qualley enjoyed playing a dominatrix in her latest film “Sanctuary,” as well as bossing around her co-star Christopher Abbott on set. However, Qualley revealed that she likes to clean her own home and finds it therapeutic. She also discussed the influence of her mother, Andie MacDowell, who taught her that “the sky’s the limit” and the importance of being ambitious.
Margaret Qualley enjoyed playing a dominatrix in her latest film “Sanctuary,” which also starred Christopher Abbott, revealing that she finds cleaning therapeutic in real life and shares an ambitious attitude towards her career with her actress mother Andie MacDowell.
Actress Margaret Qualley has opened up about her experience playing a dominatrix in her latest film “Sanctuary.” Speaking exclusively to Page Six at a screening of the movie in New York City, Qualley said it was “a blast” playing the role and “super fun” bossing around her co-star Christopher Abbott, who she instructed to scrub a bathroom in the film. However, while Qualley enjoys cleaning in real life, Abbott revealed he only likes cleaning “not in a psychotic way.”
Qualley also talked about her mother, Andie MacDowell, and how her ambition and success as an actress influenced her from a young age. Although MacDowell didn’t give specific advice about Qualley’s latest acting gig, her daughter was “eternally grateful” for the example her mother set. Qualley has been engaged to music producer Jack Antonoff since May 2020 but was tight-lipped when asked about any wedding plans, quipping “just to get married.”
Aside from her work in “Sanctuary,” Qualley is known for her roles in TV series including “Maid” and “Fosse/Verdon.” She has previously been linked to actors Pete Davidson and Shia LaBeouf.
“Sanctuary” follows the story of Larry and Sophie, played by Abbott and Qualley, who end up in a dystopian clinic after attempting suicide. Although the film explores heavy topics related to mental health, Qualley found playing a dominatrix in the film to be “so fun” and enjoyed the experience.
As someone who finds cleaning therapeutic, Qualley is no stranger to getting her hands dirty. She revealed that if she’s “feeling out of control” she tends to clean her home and finds it helps her feel more organized. Abbott may not share her love of scrubbing, but he did enjoy playing the character who is bossed around by a dominatrix on screen, even if he wouldn’t want to be ordered around in real life.
Overall, Qualley’s recent interview with Page Six gave insight into both her personal life and her experience on set in her latest movie role. Fans of the actress can look forward to more of her work on both the big and small screens in the coming years.