Everyone the world over talks about British actors and British talent and I think thats because we were trained - until now - in theatre.

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?

In fact at home I sometimes like to be quiet and hear the sounds of the world outside.

I've made six films since I made Secrets and Lies but I still live in London and I'd love to do theater.

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.

At the risk of sounding naff, it is having hope fulfilled.