I much prefer a natural approach to beauty. You know, Coco Chanel always said to take one thing off before you leave the house, and I think that also applies to makeup.

No, it’s very comforting actually, to know that you’re sitting in a long legacy of actresses who’ve played the role. I’m absolutely all for absorbing all of those influences, so you understand the pedigree of the part as much as you understand the figure in history… because you are playing the part. You don’t say: “Gosh, I want to play Peter Sellers…” because you can sort of do that in your own bathroom.

I've reprised roles in the theatre, which is somehow more accepted, and where one can automatically go deeper and further into the role.

I think you need to have a healthy sense of doubt because I think doubt leads to inquiry.

I look at someone's face and I see the work before I see the person. I personally don't think people look better when they do it; they just look different.

You can't be trying to make a film that pleases all people, you know, so it's not a concern of mine.

If I'm not good at acting, I'm not good at anything else.