My parents said marrying was an optimistic thing to do in pessimistic times.

I think that women are more sensitive to emotional infidelity than men. I think men are more scared of physical infidelity.

Documentaries are a powerful and effective way of bridging the gap between worlds, breaking through to new audiences that wouldn't otherwise be engaged - in essence, not preaching to the choir.

Friends, haters, it's Twitter poll time. What do you think most holds back justice and equality for women? All thoughts welcome!

I feel like the luckiest child in the world because I got to grow up in Ireland. In summer is when you really grow up. During the year, I would go back to the States, and all year long really couldn't wait to get back to Ardmore.

So many people have said that to me, that what they really like about Alex is what she brings out in Marissa, and what this situation brings out in her, a hint of happiness and another side to her character.

In a relationship I'm a very loving person, emotional and sensitive.