And then it was working with Bob Hoskins, who I had never worked with before - except radio. It was like being given a wonderful meal - full of the things you love most.

The theater is the thing I love doing most.

It was good to learn so early. They're not going to be kind to you. You have to do it and get on, and then gulp down and get better.

It is true that there are few plays of Shakespeare that I haven't done.

Filming is completely - was totally new to me ... I had a movie career which wasn't supposed to be, so I couldn't be more thrilled. For those who work, parts seem to get more interesting.

I don't think anybody can be told how to act. I think you can give advice. But you have to find your own way through it.

I would hate people to think bossy is all I can do.