I think the corruption of power is very interesting, and I think the idea that power is something that... You know, when people want power, they're a certain individual. When people acquire power by accident, they're different again.

I'm no good at down-time. I panic slightly and then plan a project or set up a meeting about starting a project.

In all honesty, we all want our fantasy selves to be the best people. We all think in a time of crisis, we will react heroically and with humanity.

I love getting stuff, and if I give a present to someone and don't get one back, you can bet your life they won't be getting one next year.

When you are an actor, rejection and disappointment are an occupational hazard.

I've moved into directing as well as acting, and it has taught me never to take casting personally.

I couldn't think of anything worse than going to a fancy dress party. So, if somebody invited me to one, I'd go as the Invisible Man and not turn up.