Dakota Blue Richards

I think I matured quite early, but what that does mean is I have moments of complete immaturity. When I come home, I don't want to be an actor. I just want to be a kid. I barely even know what money is. ”

I like to think I'm quite brave. I stand up for myself. ”

I understand that sometimes when you're young it's difficult to remember the difference between real life and what is part of fantasy. ”

I don't let other people tell me what to do. Well, unless it's my mum. ”

I think there's a really mature side of me that can deal with problems - but when I'm with my friends, I get to act much more kidlike. ”

You grow up a lot on set, but it doesn't change you. ”

The only time I eat alone is if I'm really tired or upset about something or on the phone to one of my friends, when it's easier to be alone. But you can't be too wrapped up in yourself... it starts making you look a little bit prima donna. ”

As an actor you can't build up proper relationships with the people you work with, because after six months, you're done. ”