Sometimes I go, โWhat am I doing with my life?โ But then I get letters from young women, or people come up to me, and they say, โYouโve made such a difference to my confidence.โ And that is a good thing. I should read more fan mail though. Iโm crap at responding.
Helena Bonham CarterIโm more comfortable with myself than when I was younger. I hated myself then. Wait, I didnโt hate myself โ thatโs a strong word. But I was so diffident. I didnโt know how to act, for one. I had no confidence in that area or in myself at all, really. I had a big inner critic and still do. I just donโt listen to it so much.
Helena Bonham CarterI also get fed up with the fact that casting agents and directors have this impression of me as being frail and petite. I find it very patronizing. I'm quite beefy and strong. I was a gymnast in school and I have lots of muscles.
Helena Bonham Carter