A film based on a jolly good John Grisham book is fine, but I like to get a bit under the skin.

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A film based on a popular book can be enjoyable, but Charlotte Rampling prefers roles that allow her to explore the deeper, more complex emotions and experiences of the characters. She enjoys challenging herself as an actress to really understand and convey the inner thoughts and feelings of the people she portrays on screen.

About Charlotte Rampling

Charlotte Rampling is an acclaimed English actress who rose to fame in the Swinging Sixties. She has starred in numerous French and Italian art-house films, as well as many European and English-language productions. Rampling has received numerous awards and honors, including an Honorary Cu00e9sar and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the European Film Awards.

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