Kristen Schaal Tells John Teti Why Playing Video Games Is Very Tough For Her

Known for her versatility and willingness to take on unconventional roles, actress Kristen Schaal has built a reputation for playing characters that are often annoying, mean-spirited, or even ugly. In her latest film, A Walk in the Woods, she stars alongside Robert Redford and Nick Nolte as Mary Ellen, a clingy hiker who joins two old friends on an epic hike along the Appalachian Trail.

Schaal's career has been marked by a string of memorable roles in great comedies, including Mel, the stalkerish character from Flight of the Conchords, Carol, the stickler-for-the-rules character from Last Man on Earth, and now Mary Ellen in A Walk in the Woods. Despite her success, Schaal is quick to point out that she doesn't need to play love interests or likable characters to get attention - she's happy playing annoying ones instead.

'I also just started joking that I'm just on direct dial in Hollywood for annoying characters,' Schaal says with a laugh. 'And I like to pride myself on being someone who will play a character that will be sort of ugly, or meaner, or get under your skin. I think playing a character like that takes a lot of courage.'

Schaal's willingness to take risks and push boundaries has earned her a reputation as one of the hottest comedic voices in entertainment today. With her versatility and range, it's no surprise that she's had the attention of Hollywood - even sharing screen time with legendary actors like Redford and Nolte.

In A Walk in the Woods, Schaal brings her signature brand of humor to the role of Mary Ellen, a character who may be annoying at times but is also relatable and endearing. As the film shows, playing characters like Mary Ellen takes a lot of courage - and Schaal has it in spades.

With her latest film out this September, Kristen Schaal is sure to continue making audiences laugh with her unique brand of humor and unforgettable characters.

Kristen schaal tells john teti why playing video games is very tough for her