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The matured Hermione has long ceased to be associated with an excellent student from Hogwarts and has retrained herself as a new style icon and red carpet star.

Those who grew up watching the films of this young English rose follow Emma Watson's outfits as closely as they once followed her adventures. And we must admit that it is not in vain - after all, Emma has an innate sense of taste.

1. Chess game

Lesson 1: White starts and wins, but Black doesn't fall behind either.

Monochrome in sets is not new for a long time, and it seems that everyone has already tried this technique. But this did not stop Emma when she decided to join herself to the black and white clan. As they say, I tried it and disappeared. It’s no secret that black and white, these antipodal colors, are the eternal bastion of elegance and style.

At this phrase, all office workers can barely restrain a yawn or sigh heavily. The dull formula “light top and dark bottom” set the teeth on the edges of hostages of the dress code. And by the way, in vain.

Firstly, if we turn to the letter of the stylish law, then it is customary to wear black and white only on official occasions (weddings and funerals count). Secondly, this is a really basic combination of dress code, but not in the “business” format, but in the “A5” format (after five - after five in the evening).

Therefore, those who consider contrasting monochrome ideal for banks and law offices are wrong. And if the dry theory still does not inspire you, and even less so your bosses, then look through the magnificent appearances of Emma Watson. Her black and white images have so much refined sophistication, character and style that it is absolutely impossible to get bored when looking at her.

Of course, these colors are capricious. In particular, white in the portrait area (that is, next to the face) forces us to pay attention to the whiteness of our teeth or the whites of our eyes, otherwise, with an imperfect smile, a snow-white shirt will mercilessly reveal all the flaws, and if there is a lack of sleep, it will show it in the worst possible way. And the zealous contrast of opposite colors makes certain demands on the figure. No, God, the border of these tones will fall on the largest part of the hips or on the not so thin waist - and that’s all: you’ll get a couple of extra sizes.

But if the accents are placed correctly, then everything changes: the face shines with freshness, the waist and hips amaze with their slimness, and no one remembers the banality of black and white. And again, what scope for creativity in cutting, because these laconic colors reveal the designers’ original ideas in all their splendor.

Emma Watson knows this too and, when wearing something original, she does not forget to tone down the color to pastel or the same black and white. Apparently, the spirit of the struggle between darkness and light penetrated her heart forever.

2. Franco-English relations

Lesson 2: Learn elegance from the best.

Although Emma spent only the first five years of her life in Paris, it seems that she absorbed French sophistication with the Parisian air. Looking at the images of Miss Watson, it is difficult to understand what is more in them - English restraint or French charm. Feminine even in trousers, and serious even in fluffy skirts. How she manages to do this is anyone's guess.

English upbringing on a French base is no different. A neat beret, a discreet necklace or a good bag - it’s not enough to just take them, you also need to apply them to the place. Emma does this playfully. As a result, we see either an English lady or a funny Parisian woman. But in any images you can feel a solid European school good manners and delicate taste.

If you realize or at least guess that you won’t succeed so beautifully, don’t be sad - the whole style is ahead. Just look at those for whom sophistication in clothing is inherent in the call of blood. In particular, what is stopping you from learning the techniques of self-presentation of French women or the principles of classical combinations in the English spirit. These two eternal opponents in matters of not only beauty and style, nevertheless stand on the same side in some ways - on the side of restrained elegance, which means they can be trusted in this matter.

3. Time to rest

Lesson #3: Relax, style is not a wolf, it won’t run into the forest.

If we, simple workers of the stylish home front, are so attentive to how we look, then what can we say about stars, and even on a global scale. But one day, while scrolling through street style reports, we suddenly come across photos of the most star stars, but in ordinary clothes, without heels, with casual hair and minimal makeup.

The star is not necessarily caught by annoying paparazzi by accident. Sometimes they pose and, even in a hurry somewhere about their celebrity business, they still understand that fans are watching and watching, and this does not stop some celebrities from dressing normally and being proud of their normality.

Emma is not averse to appearing in shorts, jeans or simple dresses in front of the cameras. It's not a problem for her to transform from a diva into an ordinary girl. It is not difficult for her to make herself recognizable and loved by millions even in a simple T-shirt.

She wears her clothes so casually and simply, as if she had no trouble putting together a look that would later be copied by fans all over the world. Even if she spends a couple of hours selecting perfect couple to trousers, no one will know or even suspect this anyway. One way or another, the impression remains that there is not an ounce of effort in her sets, but only intelligent charm and good taste.

Actually, such a statement of oneself in fashion determines success in modern world. The fashionable present does not accept deliberate zeal in the desire to “look”; refined images without a hint of negligence are alien to it. They just want to be shaken and disheveled a little, to breathe life and slight irregularity into them. Therefore, all girls who did not “let themselves go” in the daily smoothing of blouses and tightening dresses to fit their figure, relax and learn the relaxed manner of wearing clothes from Emma Watson - she will not set a bad example.

4. Legs - in focus

Lesson 4: Showing your legs is not prohibited, the main thing is to know how.

Emma Watson is still a young star and you want to shine from her a little more than from experienced stars. Well, again, the inescapable image of Hermione still lingers in our memories, which is why we are ready to forgive her a lot, much more than others.

However, there is nothing much to forgive. Correct proportions of clothes, elegant sets, regular nods from fashion critics. Early on, Emma took her place among the good girls. Is there not even a hint of youthful mischief in her? Of course have. True, this is not a crazy color or a dubious cut. These are legs, or rather, the desire to demonstrate them.

Emma explains this asceticism by her usual dislike of jewelry and inability to use it. Fairly thinking that it is better to confidently handle familiar wardrobe items than to embark on dubious adventures, trying to make friends with something that you don’t really want to wear. It’s better to “under-salt” the image than to overdo it. Weighted position a real icon style.

Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson(English) Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson; genus. April 15, 1990, Maisons-Laffite, suburb of Paris, France) - British film actress and model.

She became widely known for her role Hermione Granger in the Harry Potter films, in which she starred alongside Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint. Emma landed the role in 1999, when she was 9 years old. Before that, she only took part in school stage productions. Participation in this project brought the actress many awards, as well as more than 10 million pounds sterling.

She also played in the film “Ballet Shoes.” The film was shown on the BBC in December 2007. In addition, Emma voiced Princess Pea, one of the characters in the animated film “The Adventures of Despereaux”, which was released in 2008.

In 2009, Emma was listed in the Guinness Book of Records as the highest paid actress of the decade.

In 2014, Watson was appointed UN Women Goodwill Ambassador. She launched the "HeForShe" campaign, which encourages men to stand up for gender equality.

Childhood and youth

Born in Paris to Jacqueline Lewsby and Chris Watson, English lawyers. British by nationality, Emma received her name in honor of her paternal grandmother. At the age of 5, she moved with her family from Paris to England, to Oxfordshire. Her parents separated, and Emma began to live with her mother and younger brother Alex. Studied at primary school"Dragon School" in Oxford. At school, she played leading roles in the plays “The Youth of Arthur”, “The Happy Prince” and the role of the evil cook in “Alice in Wonderland”. At the age of 7 she took first place in school competition readers.

Already at the age of 6, Emma firmly decided that she would become an actress. When Emma turned nine, the head of the drama club from her school invited her to take part in the casting for the role of Hermione in the film "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone". To her surprise, Emma won. Since then, her whole life has been inextricably linked with Harry Potter.

Emma graduated Headington Girls' School. Completed summer courses in 2008 acting skills RADA Academy in London. In May 2014, Emma completed her studies at Brown University (USA) and received a bachelor's degree.

Career

Harry Potter

In 1999, selection began for the main roles in the film “Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone,” a film adaptation of the best-selling book of the same name by British writer J. K. Rowling. The main thing for the filmmakers was the choice of actors for the role of Harry Potter and his friends Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley. Emma went to this selection on the advice of her school drama teacher. The film's producers were surprised by the girl's confidence. After eight auditions, Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint were told they had been cast as Hermione Granger, Harry Potter and Ron Weasley respectively. Rowling herself supported this choice.

Emma's debut as Hermione Granger in the film "Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone"

Emma's debut as Hermione took place in 2001, when the first part of the Harry Potter saga was released. The film broke all box office records and in the same year was recognized as the most successful in terms of commercial distribution. Critics were very complimentary about the work of the three young actors. The Daily Telegraph called Emma’s performance “wonderful”, and in his opinion IGN, she “stole the show.” Emma Watson received five nominations for this role and won the award Young Artist Award in the category "Best Young Actress".

In 2002, the film “Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets” was released. Although the film received mixed reviews from critics (complaints were mainly expressed regarding the direction), overall it could be called successful. Los Angeles Times noted that the actors grew up during the break between films, while The Times criticized the director for “abusing” the popularity of Emma Watson’s image. Emma received an award for this role Otto Award from a German newspaper Die Welt .

The release of the film “Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban” took place in 2004. According to many, in this film Emma played more maturely and professionally. Emma on Hermione Granger: “I love playing Hermione, she's very charismatic. It's just a fantastic role, especially in the third film." According to The Washington Post, Emma's performance in the film was "much more remarkable in humor and spirit" than Daniel Radcliffe's. The New York Times wrote: “Thankfully, Daniel Radcliffe's blandness is offset by Emma Watson's wildness. Harry boasts of his increasing magical abilities... Hermione... earns the loudest applause with her decidedly non-magical punch to Draco Malfoy's nose." However, this film became the most unsuccessful of all in terms of commercial distribution. Emma received two awards for her role in this film. Otto Awards and an award in the category “Best Child Role of the Year” from Total Film .

The fourth Harry Potter film, Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, was released with success in 2005. It broke opening weekend box office records in England and the United States. Critics noted the professional growth of the actress. Manola Dargis in the newspaper New York Times called Emma's performance "touchingly serious." The funniest thing, according to Emma, ​​was depicting the conflict between grown-up Ron, Harry and Hermione:

“I liked all the arguing... I think it's much more realistic that they will argue and that they will have problems.”

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Hand and foot prints of Emma Watson, Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint in front of Grauman's Chinese Theater

Emma Watson's work on the role of Hermione in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire was awarded three nominations for various film awards, and the actress was also awarded a bronze award. Otto Award. In the same year, Emma becomes the youngest girl to appear on the cover of the magazine. Teen Vogue .

The fifth Harry Potter film (Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix), which was released in 2007, had a resounding financial success. It grossed $938 million at the box office worldwide. Emma won National Movie Award in the category "Best Actress". The trio became so famous that each of them was given the honor of leaving their hand and foot prints on the famous Walk of Stars at the entrance to Grauman's Chinese Theater in Hollywood on July 9, 2007.

Filming of the sixth Potter film, Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince, began in 2007. The premiere took place in July 2009, having been postponed from November 2008. The Washington Post called the performance of Emma in this part “the most beautiful to date.” Watson was awarded four nominations in various film awards in the categories " Best Actress in the fantasy genre" and " Best Performance female role", but didn't win any of them.

After the release of the sixth part of the film, rumors appeared that Emma wanted to leave the project and not star in two latest films about Harry Potter. Despite this, the young actress signed a contract with Warner Bros, obliging her to take part in the filming. According to Emma, ​​this decision was very difficult for her, since in fact it means the girl’s life is completely dependent on filming for the next three years, but after much thought, “there were more advantages than disadvantages.” Filming of the final part of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows began in February 2009 and ended in June 2010. Emma received three awards for the final part of the film. Teen Choice Awards.

Work beyond Harry Potter

Watson at the premiere of Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, November 2005

Emma's first role outside of Harry Potter was in the 2007 film Ballet Shoes. In this film adaptation novel of the same name Noelle Streatfeild Emma played aspiring actress Paulina Fossil, the eldest of three sisters, around which the plot is built. Emma said about this role:

Film director Sandra Goldbacher: “Emma is perfect for this role... The actress’s penetrating, subtle aura makes viewers follow her every move.” The film was shown on December 26, 2007 in the United Kingdom on the BBC, but it was not particularly successful.

Emma Watson also took part in the filming of the animated children's comedy "The Adventures of Despereaux", which was released in December 2008. In it she voiced Princess Pea.

Together with George Craig, a fellow participant in advertising campaign Burberry, starred in the group's video One Night Only for the song “Say You Don’t Want It”, the plot of which is related to the famous Disney film about dogs “Lady and the Tramp”.

Unlike Radcliffe and Grint, who long ago finally decided to connect their lives with cinema, Emma very carefully answers questions related to her plans for the future. In an interview Newsweek in 2006 she said: "Daniel and Rupert seem confident in their choices... I enjoy acting, but there are plenty of other things I'd love to do."

In 2009, Emma entered Brown University. In March 2011, after 18 months of studying at the university, Watson expressed a desire to "put my studies on hold for a semester or two" in order to focus on participating in the advertising campaign for the second part of Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows and other projects. Among them was the biographical film 7 Days and Nights with Marilyn, in which Emma played a small role as Lucy's assistant. She stayed on the set for several days.

In June 2012, Watson confirmed that she had been cast as Noah's adopted daughter Ila in Darren Aronofsky's Noah. In September 2012, the film “The Perks of Being a Wallflower” was released, in which Emma played the role main character Sam.

In 2013, Emma starred as the ambitious thief Nikki in Sofia Coppola's film The Elite Society, and also as herself in the disaster comedy The End of the World. In 2017, the musical film Beauty and the Beast was released - a film adaptation fairy tale of the same name, in which Emma played the main role.

Fashion model career

Since 2008, Watson has shown interest in the world of fashion. In September 2008, she wrote on her blog: “I have become very focused on art in general and fashion in particular.”

Since 2005, Watson began her modeling career, appearing on the cover of a magazine. Teen Vogue. In June, she confirmed that she would be collaborating with British fashion house Burberry. She became the face of the 2009 autumn-winter clothing collection, for which she received a six-figure fee. In 2010, the actress was the face of the spring-summer collection along with her brother Alex, model Max Hard, and musicians George Craig and Matt Gilmour.

In 2011 at the ceremony Elle Style Awards Emma was awarded Style Icon from designer Vivienne Westwood. A month later, it was announced that Watson had been chosen as the new face of Lancôme.

Once on David Letterman's TV show, Watson admitted:

“Fashion and all these widely discussed design projects are just a small turn in my path, very interesting and opening up new facets in me. However, fashion is fleeting, and now I’m interested in more serious things that stay with you for centuries.”

Emma later signed a contract with People Tree- a brand specializing in the production of ethical clothing.

Personal life

Each of Emma's divorced parents has new family and your children. The father has twins Nina and Lucy and a four-year-old son, Toby. The mother has two sons (Emma’s half-brothers), who “are constantly with her.” Emma's brother Alexander starred in episodes of two Harry Potter films, and her half-sisters (Nina and Lucy) participated with her in the casting for the film "Ballet Shoes", which was shown in 2007 on the BBC.

Filming in the Harry Potter films brought Emma more than £10 million. Emma admits that this money is enough to never work again. However, she did not accept the offer to leave school in order to devote all her time to filming.

“People can't understand why I don't want to do this... being at school allows me to keep in touch with my friends. I live at school real life» .

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Emma admitted that at the age of 10-12 she was in love with her co-star in the Harry Potter films, Tom Felton. It is known that from 2011 to the fall of 2013, Emma Watson dated Oxford University graduate student Will Adamovich. In 2014, the actress dated rugby player Matthew Janney, but later due to busy schedule The actress couple decided to separate.

In March 2013, Madame Tussauds appeared wax figure Emma Watson.

In February 2015, information appeared online about Emma's secret dates with Prince Harry, but she denied these rumors.

The fight for rights Watson women visited Bangladesh and Zambia to promote girls' education in these countries. In July 2014, Watson was appointed Goodwill Ambassador UN Women.

In September of the same year, Emma gave a speech at the UN headquarters in New York in support of the launch of UN Women's "HeForShe" campaign, which encourages men to stand up for gender equality. In that speech, Watson said she knew she was a feminist at age eight, when she was called "bossy" (a trait she earned for her "perfectionism") when boys didn't behave that way, and at 14, when " some newspapers sexualized her.” In her speech, Watson called feminism "the belief that men and women should have equal rights and opportunities" and said the "man-hater" reputation is something that needs to stop.

Also in September, Watson visited Uruguay for the first time as a UN Women Goodwill Ambassador, where she gave a speech emphasizing the need for women's participation in politics.

James Duigan is a well-known trainer for many celebrities who desperately need to look great just to stay afloat and maintain their status and career. He is also famous for his 14-day diet program.

First of all, Duigan advises to look up to different stars Instagram people who post photos of their abs or minimal food portions. According to him, this is just a photo, and it is not known how everything really is. Even if a model may boast of a thin figure, in reality she may suffer terribly from anorexia and other problems.

"Remember that you deserve a happy healthy life. Most quick way losing weight means focusing on your health, says the trainer. “This is the fastest solution to the problem, and the most long-term.”

“Reduce your consumption of refined white flour and sugar, eat plant-based foods - and preferably not those that are packaged in strange packages. If you feel bad after drinking milk, think about it. Watch your body and draw conclusions.”

James also advises not to stress your body by sharply straining it with active training. Because this in itself can provoke extra pounds or additional appetite and especially cravings for sweets when the body is under stress and overwhelming loads. It is better to exercise twice a week actively, and once a week, for example, yoga.

And now the specifics:

Legs like Emma Watson. Exercise "Flamingo"

Stand straight, pull your stomach in, arms forward, bend one leg at the knee. Lean forward, straightening your bent leg back and extending your arms so that they form one line. Stay in this position for a few seconds and return to the starting position without placing your foot on the floor. 15 repetitions on each leg.

Shoulders like Cameron Diaz. Exercise - lunges

We lunge forward without bending over the front leg, keep our back straight, and the leg behind us is also bent at the knee, which is pointing down. With each lunge, raise your arms up and hold for a few seconds. 15 repetitions on each leg (good for burning thigh fat and toning your arms).

Butt like Jennifer Lopez. Exercise with an elastic fitness band.

Pull the elastic band with your legs, tense your leg muscles and, stretching the band as much as possible, take 15 steps in one direction and then in the other. 4 approaches in each direction.

Belly like Gisele Bündchen. Exercise - plank.

Focus on your arms bent at the elbows and on your toes, stomach pulled in, straight line from heels to crown. Hold the plank for 60 seconds every morning.

Hands like Kate Hudson. Exercise with tape.

Emma Charlotte Duerr Watson was born in Paris, France. Her parents are Jacqueline Lewsby and Chris Watson, both practicing lawyers. Emma moved to Oxfordshire when she was five years old, where she attended a primary school called Dragon School. From the age of six, Emma decided for herself that she would become an actress, and began studying at the Oxford department performing arts Stagecoach - theater school part-time, where they studied singing, choreography and acting. By the age of ten, she had already performed in several school productions.

In 1999, casting began for Harry Potter, the film adaptation of the best-selling novel by British author J. K. Rowling. Casting agents found Emma through her Oxford drama teacher. After eight consecutive auditions, David Hayman told Emma, ​​Daniel Radcliffe and Rupert Grint that they had been chosen to play the roles of Hermione Granger, Harry Potter and Ron Weasley. The release of Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) was Emma's cinematic debut on the big screen. The film beat numerous and was the top-grossing film of 2001. Critics praised the film and the performances of its three leading young actors.

After the release of the first film, Emma became one of the most famous actresses in the world. She continued to play the role of Hermione Granger for almost ten years in all of the following Harry Potter films: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (2001), Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets (2002), Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban (2004). ), Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (2005), Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix (2007), Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (2009), Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 1 (2010), and "Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows: Part 2" (2011).

After finishing work on the Harry Potter franchise, several works in major projects followed. The girl prefers to choose for herself dramatic roles. She starred in the film "Noah", where film set ended up with Russell Crowe. In addition, Emma Watson is now also involved in modeling.

What is Emma Watson's real name?

Emma Watson's real name ( full name) - Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson. Last name and first name native language- Emma Charlotte Duerre Watson.

When was Emma Watson born?

Emma Watson's birthday is 04/15/1990.

What is Emma Watson's zodiac sign?

Emma Watson's zodiac sign is Aries. Born in the year of the Horse according to the eastern horoscope.

Where was Emma Watson born?

Emma Watson was born in France, in Paris, although her parents were and are British citizens.

How tall is Emma Watson?

Emma Watson's height is 5 feet 5 inches, which is 165 cm in the metric system.

What is Emma Watson's weight?

Emma Watson's weight is 110-111 pounds, which is approximately 50-50.5 kg.

What eye color does Emma Watson have?

Emma Watson's eye color is brown.

What are Emma Watson's body measurements?

Emma Watson's body measurements: 81-65-86 (chest-waist-hips). The site has a photo of Emma Watson in a swimsuit, if the numbers don't tell you anything.

What is Emma Watson's foot size?

Emma Watson's foot size according to American standards is 7. Translating into our usual value - approximately 37 size.

What is Emma Watson's breast size?

Emma Watson's breast size is 1st. There is hope that she will not do anything to herself. Emma is a smart and prudent girl.

• Has two cats, one named Bubbles, and the other named Domino. Cats are not very durable things; pets are listed according to 2016 data.
• Favorite Harry Potter book is Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban.
• Emma was named after her paternal grandmother, Freda Emma Duerr, who by marriage became Freda Emma Duerr Watson.
• At the age of fifteen, she became the youngest person to appear on the cover of Teen Vogue.
• Born at 18:00 on Sunday.
• In 2007, Forbes magazine estimated her income at $4 million a year.
• Emma's favorite films: “Notting Hill” (1999), “ Real love"(2003), "Bridget Jones's Diary" (2001), "Four Weddings and a Funeral" (1994), "Boyfriend from the Future" (2013), "Giant" (1956), "Breathless" (2008), "Amelie "(2001), "Pan's Labyrinth" (2006), "The Fountain" (2006), "The Shawshank Redemption" (1994), "Gladiator" (2000), "Braveheart" (1995), " Misterious story Benjamin Button" (2008), "Philomena" (2013), "Jasmine" (2013), "Race" (2013), "12 Years a Slave" (2013), "The Great Beauty" (2013), "Intimacy" (2004 ), “Pretty Woman” (1990), “Chicago” (2002), “Romeo + Juliet” (1996), “Moulin Rouge” (2001), “Dirty Dancing” (1987), “Grease” (1978), “Shrek” " (2001), " glacial period"(2002), and "Finding Nemo" (2003).
• A fan of the fantasy trilogy “His Dark Materials” by Philip Pullman.
• Her parents divorced in 1995; Each of Emma's parents has since remarried.
• She said that she would like to work with directors Alfonso Cuaron and Guillermo del Toro.
• In style she tries to be like women: Jean Seberg, Mia Farrow, Kate Bosworth, Diane Kruger, Jane Birkin, Edie Sedgwick, Grace Kelly, Audrey Hepburn, Lauren Bacall, Sofia Coppola, Cate Blanchett, Tilda Swinton, Francoise Hardy, Charlotte Rampling and Michelle Obama.
• Emma's favorite actors are Johnny Depp and Russell Crowe.
• Emma's favorite actresses are Julia Roberts, Renee Zellweger, Sandra Bullock, Goldie Hawn, Nicole Kidman, Cate Blanchett, Helena Bonham Carter, Natalie Portman and Meryl Streep.
• Emma's favorite TV shows and series: “Friends” (1994), “Sex in big city"(1998), "Girls" (2012), "Gossip Girl" (2007), "America's Next Top Model" (2003), "Mad Men" (2007), "House of Cards" (2013) and "Pride and Prejudice" "(1995).
• Emma's favorite directors: Richard Curtis, Alfonso Cuaron, Guillermo del Toro, Sofia Coppola, Darren Aronofsky, Danny Boyle, David Fincher, Lynne Ramsay, Ang Lee and Tom Hooper.
• He lists Justin Timberlake and Alanis Morissette among his favorite singers.