Kim Novak has spoken out about criticism over how she looked on stage at last month's Academy Awards.
The 81-year-old star of Vertigo, Picnic and other classic films said the comments amounted to bullying and made her reluctant to go out into public.
But Novak said she has decided to fight back against the jabs that were levelled against her and another veteran actress, Liza Minnelli.
In an interview and open letter, Novak said she was determined to speak out against "bullies" who shouldn't be allowed to affect people's lives.
