You don't choose a film because it's made by a woman, you choose it because it's good.

I'm a late developer.

Sometimes, I think I could have been a major movie star with the vast mansion and staff. I look at my Volvo and think it could be a limousine. I think of the roles I turned down. But then I wouldn't have had any children.

I am sure that, had I grown up with both parents, had I grown up in a safe environment, had I grown up with a feeling of safety rather than danger, I would not be the way I am.

I've realised that I am who I am and that is it. Like it or lump it. I'm not around to please anyone any more, and it's a huge relief.

I tend to do things that I'm very frightened of. That's what I do.

You have to think about whether that Mercedes-Benz you have is actually worth how much it costs to you.