Emily Watson Quotes

A collection of quotes by Emily Watson.

Emily Watson is a highly acclaimed British actress known for her remarkable talent and versatile performances across various mediums. She was born on January 14, 1967, in Islington, London.

Watson began her acting career in regional theater before rising to international prominence with her debut film role in "Breaking the Waves" (1996). Her captivating portrayal of Bess McNeill, a naive and devout young woman, earned her critical acclaim and an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress.

Since then, Watson has delivered an array of unforgettable performances in both mainstream and independent films. Some of her notable works include "Angela's Ashes" (1999), "Gosford Park" (2001), "Punch-Drunk Love" (2002), and "Red Dragon" (2002). She has worked with respected directors such as Lars von Trier, Robert Altman, and Paul Thomas Anderson, showcasing her prowess in bringing complex and multifaceted characters to life on screen.

Not limiting herself to the silver screen, Watson has also excelled in television productions. Her portrayal of Janet Leach in the miniseries "Appropriate Adult" (2011) earned her a BAFTA TV Award for Best Actress. Additionally, she has appeared in stage productions, including acclaimed performances in "Uncle Vanya" (2012) and "The Children's Hour" (2011).

Known for her intelligence, sensitivity, and ability to convey emotion in a quiet yet powerful manner, Emily Watson continues to captivate audiences with her exceptional acting abilities and remains one of the most respected and accomplished actresses of her generation.

When the time came to make a decision about what do in life,

When the time came to make a decision about what do in life, I found myself thinking that acting was the thing I loved to do, so I applied to drama school. And then, I didn't get in - twice.

Emily Watson

Life Time Thetimes

I am married to the most amazing, generous and beautiful hum

I am married to the most amazing, generous and beautiful human being and it has been hard on him because from the outside if you look at it it's just all about me.

Emily Watson

Amazing

My character Lena is somebody who responds to people in a ve

My character Lena is somebody who responds to people in a very simple way. I didn't have to take myself off to a darkened room to concentrate, I just had to try and be open. It's an interesting, subtle relationship.

Emily Watson

Relationship

And it is very sexy as well: somebody says I'm taking you on

And it is very sexy as well: somebody says I'm taking you on a surprise date, you don't know where you are going and you can't see and then you put your hand out and there is a tiger. Amazing.

Emily Watson

Amazing

My husband. He keeps me grounded. If I were in the world on

My husband. He keeps me grounded. If I were in the world on my own, it would all be much more seductive. But I'm in a relationship that has nothing to do with the film world.

Emily Watson

Relationship

I don't know what makes a marriage work. My husband and I do

I don't know what makes a marriage work. My husband and I don't have it right at all it's very tough on him. From the outside it looks like it's all about me - I have a glorious career and he doesn't.

Emily Watson

Marriage