Emma Watsonis opening up about why she put a temporary pause on her acting career.

“I wasn’t very happy, if I’m being honest,” Watson told the outlet.

“I think I felt a bit caged.

Emma Watson attends the Kering Foundation’s Caring for Women Dinner at The Pool on Park Avenue on September 15, 2022 in New York City

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As a result, Watson felt like she was being punished for offenses that she didn’t commit.

I don’t think I had any confidence in that.

I know it seems weird.

I mean, I grew up on a film set.”

“I love what I do,” she said.

And I just don’t want to switch into robot mode any more.

Does that make sense?"