And it's a human need to be told stories. The more we're governed by idiots and have no control over our destinies, the more we need to tell stories to each other about who we are, why we are, where we come from, and what might be possible.

I think every English actor is nervous of a Newcastle accent.

You can lull the paying customers as long as they get slapped.

The audience should feel like voyeurs. Their response is absolutely crucial.

If you judge the character, you cant play it.

I have a love-hate relationship with white silk.

Each character I play has different dimensions. I'm not interested in words that pull them together.