Born on May 15, 1961, in London, she was a distinguished British actress known for her intense and emotive performances. She gained recognition in the 1990s with roles in Mike Leigh's "Naked" and Lars von Trier's "Breaking the Waves." Her career was marked by collaborations with notable directors and a flair for complex characters. Beyond film, she also worked in theater and television. Her promising career was tragically cut short when she passed away on September 7, 2002, at the age of 41.