Meryl Streep - Good Morning America Interview August 03, 2009

Meryl Streep discusses her portrayal of culinary icon Julia Child in the film *Julie and Julia*, emphasizing that she drew inspiration from her own mother’s "joie de vivre" rather than her mother's cooking skills. The conversation explores the unconventional nature of the Childs' marriage, highlighting a partnership defined by mutual support of "wild ambitions" and a romantic connection that evolved over decades. Streep reflects on her own personal milestones, including her 60th birthday and the transition into an "empty nest" phase after thirty years of child-rearing. She shares insights on the unpredictability of long-term commitment, the necessity of maintaining a "day at a time" perspective, and the profound gratitude she feels for a continuing career that allows her to move and entertain audiences. The dialogue concludes with a lighthearted demonstration of cooking techniques, reinforcing the film's themes of passion and the courage of one's convictions.