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" Stage is the most exciting. Film is lovely, because it's like a family. "
Julie Walters
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" Along the way I have been able to choose some themes which ask questions - not necessarily force a message on anyone, but at least invite the audience to question things: jury service, dignity in dying, Ireland - and not least because they force me to ask myself questions. Where do I stand? "
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