The actor, 57, has spoken about how her childhood stopped at 13 after the deaths of her father and stepfather, both killed while flying planes. She described her early years as 'chaotic and catastrophic', but said she made the most of things.
Scott Thomas, who previously said she was retiring, now admits she likes making films. 'Life is about changing your mind,' she said. 'You don't know what's going to happen. I don't know where I'll be next year, and that's OK.'
On the issue of gender equality, she noted that since the Equal Pay Act was passed in 1970, many assumed pay parity had been achieved. She expressed hope that after the initial outrage settles, justice will follow, but worried about splintering into too many factions.
The actor also revealed a talent for DIY, having mended a lock and fixed her boiler. 'I'm constantly under a sink with my toolbox, and I'm pleased not to have to always call a man in,' she said.
