That goes against what I believe morally. That's adultery, and if I'm accused of that, no, that's not right. I have two kids who see that and remember that and judge me. It didn't happen, and it's not to be reported that way.

Deep down am I superstitious? No. Do I believe in trying to be as kind as possible and as compassionate as possible because ultimately you're alone with yourself and your own conscience, and you want that to be as clear as possible? That's not superstition. You have to just try and stay pure and know what you value.

I have a passion for my work, and that can seep into you. It's almost as if you're drawn to it.

It was very natural for me to want to disappear into the theatre, I am really very shy.

I think each role takes a little from you and circles around you for the rest of your life. I don't think you ever abandon any of them.

As an actor you're only as good as the things you're offered. And there just weren't any female directors offering me things. So when you dissect that, you realize there aren't women offering you things because they don't have the opportunities. I work to raise money for women's cancers; I use my voice for violence against women.

You want to take some responsibility for you choices so that it sets the groundwork for that next generation of actresses.