Simone: Growing up in Stirling wasn't easy, I didn't go through my childhood wrapped in cotton wool. At times it was tough. So I suppose that strengthened my resolve to take the plunge as an actress. A lot of Scots woman I know are feisty and have strong personalities. I'm a bit like that, too. I love bringing that aspect of my own personality into my roles on screen.
Simone: I enjoy controversy. I thrive on it. I love taking on roles which really make people talk, and have some kind of impact. I wasn't frightened to play the lesbian love scenes. It's just another acting role, that's how I view it.