Charlotte Rampling, 45 Years

Charlotte Rampling plays Kate Spencer in Andrew Haigh's first film of 2016 45 Years, a hauntingly honest examination of relationships and the stories left secret after 45 years of marriage. A remarkable screen presence since her breakthrough over 50 years ago in Georgy Girl, Rampling has been showered with Best Actress honors, including the Berlin Silver Bear, the BAFTA, and her first Academy Award nomination, for her enigmatic performance in 45 Years .

In this interview, Paris-based Rampling speaks from her apartment and candidly shares thoughts on her long-running career, surviving life's regrets and tragedies, and why she believes this story about hidden desires and relationships can deeply resonate with so many.

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