I've realised now that the reality of children is you have to be in the right place with the right person.
Benedict CumberbatchEven in cerebral roles that are seemingly intelligent and nothing else, I think it's so important to wrap your characterization in a physical form as well.
Benedict CumberbatchBeing someone who is of our sensual reality, Stephen Strange has a lifestyle, he has a sexuality, he's materialistic.
Benedict CumberbatchI'd shift disciplines, whether it was musical instruments or sports or whatever, and it's the same with that.
Benedict CumberbatchIt was great. I got to hang out with him [Martin Freeman as Bilbo Baggins], and I kept a straight face for a bit and then I started giggling because I know Martin, I don't know Bilbo. For Martin to be sitting there playing Bilbo is amazing. He's going to be amazing, he's going to be fantastic in this film.
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