I've played my fair share of unpleasant character, and I have to tell you that you sleep better when you're playing fun characters. You think you don't take it home with you, at the end of the filming day, but subconsciously, there's something floating around in the background there.

I just love working. I really enjoy the work, whatever it is.

I went further and further back through the centuries to get a sense of perspective but now at least I understand why Irish history evokes such strong passions and emotions.

I'm not really very ambitious.

Madonna is the most famous woman on the planet and has been for a number of decades.

I'm more interested in enjoying my life and looking after my family than being hugely successful.

I don't have any expectations as an actor and being rich and famous is not my driving force.