Quotes By Helena Bonham Carter

I don't think kids have a problem with death. It's us older ones who are nearer to it, that start being frightened.

Multitasking? I can't even do two things at once. I can't even do one thing at once.

Not only was it nearly impossible to hear because of these huge rubber ears we had to wear, but we also had these huge furry hands which were absolutely useless, especially if you had to scratch yourself.

I remember I did think, 'Wouldn't it be nice if Mr. Right moved in next door?'

The animators are absolutely extraordinary. It's mind-boggling.

Tim also has enough confidence so that it always looks like a Tim Burton film, but it really is collaborative. You're allowed to do it your way but of course he's always going to choose his way.

It was a challenge to be able to create a character without being able to use one's normal set of expressions. All the rubber and makeup attached to your face left you with only a modest range of facial movements.

My father fell really chronically ill when I was 13 and that's when I phoned up an agent and started to act.

It's different when you're an actor and playing a part, but when it's just you, you feel immensely vulnerable have strangers prodding and prying.

Because I sleep with him he asked me to audition, you know?

I'm the kind of actor who has ventured into escaping from me.

It took me so many years to move out. I'm definitely a bit of a Peter Pan, reluctant to grow up. It all seemed really nice at home-why change it? Part of me would prefer not to have any responsibility whatsoever.