I like working intensely, then going away and thinking about it, working out why it didn’t work and then coming back to it. It makes the work richer, I think.

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Working hard, taking a break, and then coming back to the task helps make the work better. The actress Miranda Otto explains that she enjoys focusing intently on her work for a while, then stepping away to think about what she's done and why it didn't turn out as planned. After that reflection period, she returns to the work with renewed energy and ideas, which ultimately leads to a richer, more satisfying final product.

About Miranda Otto

Miranda Otto is an acclaimed Australian actress who began her career in the 1980s and gained widespread recognition for her role as u00c9owyn in the Lord of the Rings film series. Born into a family of actors, she has appeared in numerous acclaimed films in both Australia and Hollywood.

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