37 Quotes by Brenda Blethyn

Everyone the world over talks about British actors and British talent and I think thats because we were trained – until now – in theatre.

At the risk of sounding naff, it is having hope fulfilled.

I’ve made six films since I made Secrets and Lies but I still live in London and I’d love to do theater.

The academy awards in England; it’s a classy affair as well.

I’ve done a lot of costume drama and theatre – the National Theatre and In fact, most of my work at the theatre, at the National Theatre anyway, was period.

Even if I hadn’t have been nominated for an Oscar, to have won the Golden Glove was just fantastic.

My dad gave me threepence to pay the fine but I spent it on a Wagon Wheel.

I’ve never done a big studio film, I’ve only ever done little ones.

I love silence.