Emma Thompson

Children don't need much advice but they really do need to be listened to and not just with half an ear.

There is that thing about not working with animals and children - I don't think that's true. Although you should never work with donkeys.

Its unfortunate and I really wish I wouldn't have to say this, but I really like human beings who have suffered. They're kinder.

Australians and the British are very similar: If you try and stand out in any way, and you try to reach for success, someone is gonna be there to cut you down.

I generally don't follow domestic news that much aside from how it relates to the stories I'm covering abroad, like what Americans think of the War in Afghanistan.

If I was to do anything besides acting, I would be a fireman or a beat cop. I'd do a regular job.