May 22, 2009, 9:51 GMT
Katie Holmes is "looking forward" to moving to Australia.
04/26/2009 - Katie Holmes - The actress will relocate for three months this summer while she films 'Don't Be Afraid' and can't wait to get started on the movie. © Janet Mayer / PR Photos
The actress will relocate for three months this summer while she films 'Don't Be Afraid' and can't wait to get started on the movie.
Katie - who will be accompanied by husband Tom Cruise and their three-year-old daughter Suri - told the USA Today newspaper: "I'm really looking forward to it.
"The movie is really character-driven. It's really her journey becoming a mother. In the midst of that, there are unexpected scares."
Meanwhile, Katie will portray the sister of Iraq war veteran Jose Pequeno - who suffered a serious brain injury in combat - in the 20th anniversary National Memorial Day Concert in Washington on Sunday (24.05.09) and believes the role is a "gift".
She said: "It's important to tell these stories and honour the sacrifice and service of these men and women and their families. It's a real gift to be able to portray an American of such strength. I'm excited. I want to do justice to her story."
Jose and his family - including his sister Elizabeth, who Katie will portray - will be in the audience for the event, as will Katie's family, who she says are "very excited" about her appearance.
The 30-year-old actress will appear in the production alongside her 'All My Sons' co-star Dianne Wiest and the Hollywood pair are delighted to be working together again.
Dianne said: "There is something courageous and deeply giving about Katie, and there is a modesty and grace to her generosity. The remarkable woman she plays in the concert will be well-served."
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