I played Iris Murdoch, who had not long died, and I felt the responsibility very heavy on my shoulders.

I think you've got to have your feet planted firmly on the ground, especially in this business, and you must not believe things that are said or written about you, because everything gets out of proportion one way or the other.

Having a daughter and a grandson, I certainly could relate to the fact that this child, who you simply dote on, being taken away from you at an early age, and every single kind of emotion you would have to go through.

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

People think you know beforehand when you win an Oscar - I can assure you you don't.

Anything that we can do to improve the lives of elderly people is welcome so far as I am concerned.

This is just the loveliest news. I'm so happy for everybody involved, and so proud to have been part of the wonderful experience that Philomena has been.