It helps that, from a young age, Portman had good people around her guiding the way.
This meant turning down jobs that Portman’s parents didn’t feel quite suited her.
The"Addams Family" staradmits that she was ideal for the part.

“I’ve always had the same face, ever since I was a baby,” she said.
“Now I’m finally in proportion.”
I just look for good material."

This wasn’t the last time, either.
According toThe New York Times, Ricci has quipped that she frequently gets roles that Portman turns down.