Mum wasn't at all religious, but she thought that going to the theatre was as important a ceremonial, communal experience that a person could have.
From a very young age, stories fuelled my imagination in the most wonderful way.
Because I trained in theater, I always leave a film shoot feeling like I haven't done anything, like I just sat in front of the camera and whispered, essentially.
My real self, the self I have always been from a child, is a loner and nerd, slightly overweight, with a very heavy fringe. That is who I was as a kid. I don't think I will ever be anything other than that.
I read a lot of heavy literature when I'm on set, so on holiday I want to indulge in something light-hearted.
I am often lost in my own world, with a frown on my face.