You never know how films are going to do and it is daunting if I think about it.

I just loved the whole idea of being an actor.

I was quite a shy child. I would get terribly nervous and throw up before my birthday party. And then I would be fine. I feel the same now. I get nervous, then it's fine.

The actor in me would always like to be more dashing, or slimmer, or have nicer hair.

I would hate not to do a play every couple of years. I think it's not me.

I'd auditioned for the National Youth Theatre and I didn't get a place and it was terrifying.

I think it sits quite happily with me, the condition of being an actor. I see some people getting quite eaten up with it, with the insecurities. There are times when I long for continuity and stability, but I also love the idea of not knowing what I'll be doing next - or even if I'm going to work.