Born in London, this English actress began her career in the early 1970s. She gained recognition with her role in the film "Out of Africa" (1985) and is best known for playing Julia in the 1984 adaptation of George Orwell's "Nineteen Eighty-Four." Trained at the Anna Scher Theatre, she appeared in various television dramas and films throughout the 1980s and 1990s. Her work also includes stage performances, showcasing her versatility across different media.