“What happens a lot in film, though not so much in the theatre, is that you get stroked and sort of massaged, like a little guinea pig.”

Australian actress of the late 20th and 21st centuries, she is celebrated for her transformative performances in film and theater. Her work spans iconic roles like Elizabeth I in *The Queen* and Galadriel in *The Lord of the Rings*, earning her two Academy Awards and a reputation for depth and versatility.