Quotes from Eleanor Tomlinson

They always call 'Poldark' a 'bodice-ripper,' but I don't think a single bodice has ever been ripped.

I have been incredibly lucky. My parents are actors; they've been the safety blanket around me.

Both London and New York are brilliant for theatre.

I just want to be known for the work I do, not my personal life or what I'm wearing.

I'm aware of being pigeonholed in those period drama roles. But, I do love them at the same time.

I never trust anything that can be captured in 2 takes.

There are now superhero movies fronted by women, and I think directors generally are moving away from that stereotypical woman's role that is just about being flirted with by a man before falling into his arms.

The most uncomfortable costumes have been when you've had to wear a corset.

I see it as a privilege to be part of 'Poldark.'

I want to see some scripts written by women and projects being directed by women.

When you are being flown for a big movie, you are always looked after well.

Frankly, I don't want to let trolls into my life.

It's amazing how uncreative some people can be in this industry. They look at you and go, 'She's not right for the role'... but you've got to give someone a chance to show they're an actress. It's very frustrating.

The hardest thing about this industry is not working.

Well, Mom and Dad are both actors, and I've spent a lot of time watching my mom on stage and a lot of time on set with my dad, so it was very much a part of my growing up.

I'll greatly miss 'Poldark' when it finishes.

Well, Mom and Dad are both actors, and Ive spent a lot of time watching my mom on stage and a lot of time on set with my dad, so it was very much a part of my growing up.

I really love being a redhead. Even though it's not my natural colour, it makes me feel more like myself.

I remember when I was younger. Dad's agent came round, and I asked if she would represent me. She didn't represent children at the time, but I wouldn't let her leave the house until she agreed. I've always been quite headstrong.

There is a lot of hype about drama school, I think.

Wow, I think you grow all the time when you're working. You start the job and by the end of it, if it's a long one, you kind of say, 'My God, I was so different at the start of this job.' I always feel like I've changed for the better with each one.

I travel a lot with work... to and from Cornwall and Bristol, so I find myself on lots of trains.

I love doing stunts. It's so much fun.

It's a very competitive industry, and so much of it does come down to luck, so I feel very blessed that I've been given the opportunities that I have, and I guess that's what fuels me - the fight to keep going.