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Two British women who defied Hollywood stereotyping

For years, Tom Cullen has charmed audiences while flying under the radar. Now, with a string of leading roles, Britain’s best-kept secret is finally commanding the spotlight, says Christobel Hastings

OVER THE LAST 40 YEARS, ELLE HAS CELEBRATED CREATIVITY OF ALL KINDS. HERE, A RANGE OF TODAY’S LEADING ARTISTS, WRITERS, PHOTOGRAPHERS AND DIRECTORS SHARE THE RITUALS, ROUTINES AND REALITIES BEHIND THEIR GREATEST WORKS, FROM MIND-BLOWING EXCEL SHEETS TO THE MAGIC OF THE DARK ROOM

It’s astonishing to me how lucky I’ve been – because it is luck; of course it is!’ says Celia Imrie, beaming, as she holds up the Raindance Icon Award she picked up in London the night before. With he

After almost seven decades on screen Judi Dench reflects on her pivotal moments

Uncomfortable realities and alternative realms at Venice’s contemporary dance festival