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Emily Mortimer

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Emily Mortimer: A Versatile Actress with a Rich Career


Full Name and Common Aliases


Emily Kathleen Mortimer was born on December 1, 1971, in London, England.

Birth and Death Dates


December 1, 1971 (still alive)

Nationality and Profession(s)


British actress, writer, and producer

Early Life and Background


Mortimer grew up in a family of actors. Her mother, Anna Ferugson, was an American actress, while her father, John Mortimer, was a British lawyer-turned-playwright, famous for his Rumpole of the Bailey series. Emily's older brother, Joe Mortimer, is also an actor. This creative environment nurtured her interest in performing arts from an early age.

Major Accomplishments


Mortimer began her career on stage, performing with the Royal Shakespeare Company and later joining the National Youth Theatre. Her breakthrough role came in 1997 when she played the lead in Roger Michell's film adaptation of Love and a Bottle. However, it was her portrayal of Rachel Green in the British comedy-drama series The Young Person's Guide to Becoming a Rock Star (2002) that earned her critical acclaim.

Notable Works or Actions


Mortimer has appeared in a range of notable films, including:

Match Point (2005), Woody Allen's psychological thriller where she played Nola Rice.
 Transsiberian (2008), an action-thriller where she starred alongside Ben Kingsley.
* Hugo (2011), Martin Scorsese's adaptation of Brian Selznick's novel, in which she voiced Mrs. Bell.

She has also made her mark on television with recurring roles in shows like The Newsroom and The Pursuit of Happyness.

Impact and Legacy


Mortimer's versatility as an actress has allowed her to excel in both comedy and drama genres. Her performances have earned her numerous award nominations, including a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress for her role in Transsiberian.

Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered


Emily Mortimer is widely quoted and remembered not only for her impressive body of work but also for her dedication to social causes. She has been involved with various charitable organizations, including the UK-based charity organization, Save the Children.

Throughout her career, Mortimer has demonstrated her ability to adapt to diverse roles and genres, solidifying her position as one of Britain's most accomplished actresses. Her talent, combined with her commitment to social responsibility, makes her a significant figure in the entertainment industry today.

Quotes by Emily Mortimer

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My dad had this philosophy that if you tell children they’re beautiful and wonderful then they believe it, and they will be. So I never thought I was unattractive. But I was never one of the girls at school who had lots of boyfriends.
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My dad had this philosophy that if you tell children they’re beautiful and wonderful then they believe it, and they will be. So I never thought I was unattractive. But I was never one of the girls at school who had lots of boyfriends.
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In my first few years as an actor, I took one terrible TV job after another. But even as I laughed off my awful roles and made fun of myself to friends, my work made me cringe – I dreaded anyone’s seeing it. I was crushed that I wasn’t doing anything I was proud of.
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In my first few years as an actor, I took one terrible TV job after another. But even as I laughed off my awful roles and made fun of myself to friends, my work made me cringe – I dreaded anyone’s seeing it. I was crushed that I wasn’t doing anything I was proud of.
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I’m just happy to be a film where for once I don’t have to worry about my hair, because my managers are always complaining about my hair looking depressing in my movies. Which is true. I mean, it’s true.
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I’m just happy to be a film where for once I don’t have to worry about my hair, because my managers are always complaining about my hair looking depressing in my movies. Which is true. I mean, it’s true.
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So far I haven’t really been prominent enough to get critical attention focused on me. So, of course, I fully expect bad reviews, but I will be wracked with misery as a result.
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So far I haven’t really been prominent enough to get critical attention focused on me. So, of course, I fully expect bad reviews, but I will be wracked with misery as a result.
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I guess secrets are part of the fabric of everybody’s lives. I mean everybody’s lives, and guilt is part of the fabric of everybody’s lives.
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I guess secrets are part of the fabric of everybody’s lives. I mean everybody’s lives, and guilt is part of the fabric of everybody’s lives.
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I never felt I was quite the ticket academically. I always felt I had to put in an enormous amount of effort not to be disappointing. So I worked really hard, but at the time it suited me, because I didn’t do very much else.
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I never felt I was quite the ticket academically. I always felt I had to put in an enormous amount of effort not to be disappointing. So I worked really hard, but at the time it suited me, because I didn’t do very much else.
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Accents are very tangible, blessedly, and if you have to do one, it’s a way of getting into character. I can read it through a few times and pretend I know what I’m doing!
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Accents are very tangible, blessedly, and if you have to do one, it’s a way of getting into character. I can read it through a few times and pretend I know what I’m doing!
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When I’m panicked about my love handles, I go to the YMCA and get obsessed with Kid Rock videos as I’m on the running machine.
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When I’m panicked about my love handles, I go to the YMCA and get obsessed with Kid Rock videos as I’m on the running machine.
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Despite being extremely professional, Michael Caine has a giggle which was lethal for me because once you catch his eyes, once you realize the other person is a giggler too, it’s curtains.
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Despite being extremely professional, Michael Caine has a giggle which was lethal for me because once you catch his eyes, once you realize the other person is a giggler too, it’s curtains.
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51st State was one that I loved doing because the character was so out there, and in a way I was sad to leave the character behind. I’m afraid I could never be that cool in real life!
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51st State was one that I loved doing because the character was so out there, and in a way I was sad to leave the character behind. I’m afraid I could never be that cool in real life!
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