“It's easier to go from theatre to film than the other way round. In film you're absolutely loved and cossetted and cared for. In film your director makes your performance. In theatre you're carrying it all.”

British actor and activist of the late 20th and 21st centuries, best known for his iconic portrayal of iconic literary and theatrical figures. His work spans Shakespearean roles, film adaptations, and advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights and environmental causes.