Lesley Manville
Lesley Manville
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Full Name and Common Aliases
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Lesley Manville is a British actress known professionally as Lesley Manville.
Birth and Death Dates
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Born: March 12, 1956 (age 67)
Passed away: N/A
Nationality and Profession(s)
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Nationality: British
Profession: Actress
Early Life and Background
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Lesley Manville was born in Brighton, East Sussex, England. Her early life is less documented; however, it's known that she began her acting career at a relatively young age.
Major Accomplishments
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Manville has received critical acclaim for her performances in various film, television, and theater productions. She has been nominated for several awards throughout her career, including multiple BAFTA Awards. One of her most notable roles was as Mary Malone in the 2008 film Philomena, which earned her a BAFTA nomination.
Notable Works or Actions
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Some of Manville's notable works include:
The television series Harlots (2017-2020) where she played the role of Margaret Wells.
Her performance in the 2009 film Another Year, directed by Mike Leigh, earned her an Independent Spirit Award nomination.
* In the 1996 miniseries The Woman in White, Manville played the lead role of Marian Halcombe.
Impact and Legacy
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Lesley Manville's impact on the entertainment industry is undeniable. Her ability to take on a wide range of roles, from dramatic to comedic, has made her one of the most respected actresses of her generation. She continues to be in demand for various projects across film and television.
Why They Are Widely Quoted or Remembered
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Manville's quotes are often referenced due to her sharp wit and insightful comments on the acting profession. Her reputation as a talented actress has earned her recognition within the industry, and she is widely respected by both peers and audiences alike.
Quotes by Lesley Manville
In 1990, I was in 'The Three Sisters' at the Royal Court and won the Clarence Derwent award for my supporting role as Natasha - the prize was £100. I could have paid the gas bill, but I ended up buying a porcelain and silver Bavarian coffee set in an antiques shop in Penzance.
I do get clocked in the street. People say, 'You're an actress, aren't you?' But they don't know my name. Nine times out of 10, they don't know what I've been in.
I completely think of myself as sexual. Completely and utterly. Probably more so than I did when I was 30. I don't know why. I'm very comfortable with how I look. I'm absolutely committed to never having anything done to my face. I would never let anyone near me with a Botox needle.
Hollywood... that's not going to be my niche at all. If anyone is going wants to work with me, I would think it's going to be independent films. I'm not 22!
I quite like that people tend not to know my name. I remember being at the Cannes film festival for 'All or Nothing.' I looked very different in the film - I had a little greasy bob and no makeup. I went to a dinner after the screening, and everyone completely ignored me. I got a real buzz out of that.
I'm very lucky because I don't half get some juicy jobs. But I can't tell you the number I've turned down in the past 20 years because I wanted to be at home, looking after my son. There was never any question about that. Alfie and I are dead close. I can't bear it when he's away.
I'm a big fan of Edouard Vuillard, so I'd like anything by him - particularly a painting called 'Madame Hessel on the Sofa.' His work is realistic without being literal: I can really imagine what Madame Hessel is thinking.
I, Lesley, I like looking nice. I like doing my hair and wearing makeup and wearing nice clothes. But I don't care what my characters look like.
For Kitty Gilbert in 'Topsy-Turvy,' I had to get to the point where I could improvise in the style of 1880, which is difficult. The research for that was huge.
The more you've lived, the more you've experienced, you emotionally know a lot more, especially if you haven't had a regular, straightforward kind of life.