It was never my intention to marry anybody. Economics are basically the only reason to get married, but I'm very glad I did it. Helen Mirren basicallyeconomicsglad Change image and share on social
I believe kids shouldn't be taught Shakespeare. They should experience it first by seeing a great production. Helen Mirren experiencegreatkid Change image and share on social
Painters hate having to explain what their work is about. They always say, 'It's whatever you want it to be' - because I think that's their intention, to connect with each person's subconscious, and not to try and dictate. Helen Mirren connectdictateexplain share on social
Any role that's proactive is a great role, and action roles are by their very nature proactive. You get to do stuff. I hate sitting in a corner - I'd much prefer an action role in a popcorn movie rather than pining in a corner not doing anything. Helen Mirren actioncornergreat share on social
We're all idiots when we're young. We don't think we are, but we are. So we should be. Helen Mirren idiotyoung Change image and share on social
You can't control how other people see you or think of you. But you have to be comfortable with that. Helen Mirren comfortablecontrolpeople Change image and share on social
I don't think it's good to try and change anyone. The trick and the mystery - of relationships and life in general - is to learn to live with the bits you don't like. Helen Mirren bitchangegeneral Change image and share on social
I always love working with young actors, because there's always something to learn. It's always exciting to see the next generation and how they approach things and what's great about them and what's not so great about them. Helen Mirren actorapproachexcit share on social
I'm not an impersonator. I'm a lousy impersonator, actually. Helen Mirren impersonatorlousy Change image and share on social
I have done film, television and theatre - all at a pretty substantial level - I don't think it's possible for American actors to do that. Helen Mirren actoramericanfilm Change image and share on social
