I think the themes of belonging and parentage and love are obviously universal.

My parents always knew I was hopeless at everything else, I was fortunate in that I was backed all the way. I came to it late and only because I thought there'd be loads of women and drinking!

Twelve years on sets watching directors, I've taken a bit from everybody and rejected a lot.

What goes down on film is different to what you see with the naked eye.

I had to help to coax the performances and I really enjoyed that extra responsibility.

I used my instincts. It's very easy to imagine how you'd feel, actually. I just had to tell the narrative.

Many times I've sat with a camera and another actor and seen all their fears and insecurities and struggles. You want to support them and help them as much as you can.