People say to me that I cant be nervous because Ive had such a wealth of experience, but I tell them that I have never done this particular part before.

Anything where people have to work together makes me cry.

I've never done a big studio film, I've only ever done little ones.

I always considered myself very successful even before the success of Secrets and Lies.

When I left drama school, there were dozens of rep theatres you could apply to where you got a good training.

I think behind closed doors people behave differently no matter what period we're looking at, because people have to stand up straight in public but can slouch behind closed doors - can you imagine wearing those corsets?

I always think 12 times before saying anything.