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“I find that at almost every press junket I get that comment, "this character's different from what you generally play..." And that's OK! But I think "generally play" stems back to Mr Darcy. I'm fine with it but I tend to find that if it's a departure, which in other people's words it always is, it's always a departure from that.”

Quote by Colin Firth

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Colin Firth is a renowned British film actor, best known for his Academy Award-winning performance in 'The King's Speech'. His career spans a variety of film and television roles, including 'Pride and Prejudice', 'Atonement', and 'The Goldfinch'. more

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