(Cover) - EN Showbiz - Cameron Diaz says director Jake Kasdan pushed her to her acting limits.

The 38-year-old Hollywood actress plays Elizabeth in Bad Teacher, helmed by the American director. The blonde beautys character has her sights set on the boyfriend of her colleague in the comedy, after being dumped by her partner. The film also stars Justin Timberlake, who plays Elizabeths new love interest Scott.

Cameron has praised Jake for getting the best out of her on set, explaining she got along brilliantly with him.

Hes fearless. He loves to push it and have fun and he goes straight to the edge first and then maybe backs off a little bit, she is quoted as saying.

The star also credits the film maker as providing light-relief whilst on set, explaining she admired his jovial mood.

Hes a lot of fun. He has a great laugh and you hear it during the take, which is encouraging, she added. (C) Cover Media