Kelly Reilly

At my school, Shakespeare wasn't on the syllabus - at least not for me.

My personal life, my normal life, is so important to me. To be able to go back to my personal life and leave characters behind is important; I don't keep them with me.

When I was younger, I used to write to directors when I was unsure I could play a role. I'd say: 'You've made a terrible mistake.'

I love Hindi films.

I have a naturally camp sensibility and a camp sense of humour. I love the icons that gay people love.

I knew I wanted to be an actress as soon as I popped out.