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" I've really enjoyed my work in television, but the problem for me is the turnover of directors every week. "

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" I loved cinema while growing up and, for the longest time, wanted to be a director. "

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" Biologically, I'm lucky - an angular face and dark colouring which shows up well on camera. "

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