I wasn't beautiful, so there were plenty of character roles. I never did any Shakespeare, I'm far too superficial for that. I just act instinctively. — Joan Hickson Copy Share Image
I watch these old films in black and white, and suddenly the door opens, and there I am. The other day, I was wearing… — Joan Hickson Copy Share Image
Retirement is fatal. Luckily, in my profession, you don't have to retire. — Joan Hickson Copy Share Image
I wasn't beautiful, so there were plenty of character roles. I never did any Shakespeare, I'm far too superficial for that. I just act… — Joan Hickson Copy Share Image
I love getting back to Wivenhoe. I get out of my wig, bustle and costume in three minutes flat at the end of the… — Joan Hickson Copy Share Image
Miss Marple believes in justice and has very high standards. There is nothing you could say or do that would shock her. — Joan Hickson Copy Share Image
I thought I was the wrong shape: that Miss Marple would be much fluffier than me, much more wearing shawls and things. But I… — Joan Hickson Copy Share Image
