38 Quotes by James D'arcy

Now here I am playing a passionate young Irishman who would die for what he believes in.

There is an odd sense of responsibility attached to appearing in a drama about a real piece of history. A work of fiction is fun.

When I left school I went to Australia for a year and worked in the drama department of a school in Perth.

I find it incredibly romantic that people should fight for a cause they believe in and be prepared to die for it.

I talked to everyone about the project: actors and extras, members of the crew and passers by.

I'm more interested in enjoying my life and looking after my family than being hugely successful.

I went further and further back through the centuries to get a sense of perspective but now at least I understand why Irish history evokes such strong passions and emotions.

I've played my fair share of unpleasant character, and I have to tell you that you sleep better when you're playing fun characters. You think you don't take it home with you, at the end of the filming day, but subconsciously, there's something floating around in the background there.

Your version of the truth is all that matters.