And also, it's sort of my job to make you believe things about him that aren't true about me.

When George asked me to be the prequels, it was the same kind of meeting - it was very short and to the point. It was nice to see him after a long time, and we met in a hotel room.

I suppose it's easy to play a hypocritical politician with a smiling face; it's also quite gratifying to play.

To start your life as a character of 120 years when you are in your late thirties, and then go back in time about 20 years later to play the same character who is your own age then, its very complicated, but very interesting.

Consistency is very important when you're making films.

For me it's even more interesting, because my character comes out of the shadow. It's a chance to really act emotionally, because the situation is an extreme one.