I learn the techniques and then take what I need. I have the Essie Davis technique of acting. I'm an instinctive actress.

Acting is embarrassing.

Phryne Fisher could walk down the red carpet; Essie Davis is something else.

'The Custodian' was my first film, and there were so many lessons to learn in that week. It was really fun, but for me, I look at it as a training film, and I'm not really proud of my work in it.

I had classic technique - one of the best techniques when I was like 10, 12, but then I changed.

I'm a fan of mindfulness, and if colouring in is a way of reaching mindfulness, then I think it's great. But I'm amazed that anyone has the time to do that. I certainly don't.