When I turned 40, subconsciously, life was a blank sheet. Before, it was disjointed, and I was very displaced and quite mad, but it was a brilliant time. Everyone thinks I must have been unhappy. — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
If you are a Northern Irish actor, maybe subconsciously more than consciously, you do have an instinctive responsibility at some point to tackle the recent history of where we have come from. It's not only a responsibility, but a privilege. — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
When I went to university, I was already working professionally with the Ulster Actors. — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
You can get a bit world-weary in this job, and 'The Passion' reminded me of what a fantastic job acting is and how lucky… — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
It's hard to make a film in Britain. It's hard to raise money. The best stuff that is shot on film in Britain is… — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
I went to India with UNICEF in connection with Manchester United to raise money for children's education. — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
When you're brought up in a Unionist culture, you can't help but feel Unionist. — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
When you see a tumour in the brain, it's an ugly looking thing. It's kind of black, grisly and messy. Or it can be… — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
When I was at drama school, I was totally broke, and a lot of my mates had jobs and were financially very good to… — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
Because I grew up with women, I have a certain amount of charm, and I'm all right to get on with, kind enough, funny… — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
Drama asks some uncomfortable questions at times... It goes to pretty dark places. — James Nesbitt Copy Share Image
