Sometimes it's right to do the wrong things and right now is one of those times.

I have never felt bereft of anything.

We are adjusters. We empathize, we change rhythm and above all we listen to our fellow actors-if they're good actors.

I don't do anything that would ever come across as advice or suggestion, but it's just part of a debate. Like, "I would like to try this," or "Let me do another one with more stillness, let me emphasize that." Rather than "I think you should emphasize this, I think" - you know, I don't impose choices.

I don't honestly think people know what acting is.

I do believe female directors, as well as our female writer, can bring out male vulnerability that some men can't because they can't face it.

I was fortunate as a young actor, to go straight to the RSC, where I learned that being an actor can bring with it wonderful responsibilities.