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Claire Foy's Candlelit Diary: Living History
28 Jan
Summary
- Claire Foy immersed herself in historical periods by journaling by candlelight.
- Her love for historical dramas was inspired by childhood experiences and BBC's Pride and Prejudice.
- Foy researched Queen Elizabeth for The Crown by studying archives and performance.
- H Is for Hawk stars Foy as Helen, training a goshawk to cope with grief.
Actress Claire Foy has shared her profound connection to historical periods, detailing how she actively sought to immerse herself in them.
During her childhood, Foy lived in a barn conversion and later a smaller home after her parents' divorce. She recalls watching the 1995 BBC series 'Pride and Prejudice' with her family, which captivated her with its romantic energy. Foy also expressed a fondness for historical National Trust properties, imagining herself living in those past eras.
Her commitment extended to avoiding electricity for journaling, opting instead to write by candlelight. This desire to 'live and breathe' history has informed her career, leading to roles in historical dramas such as 'Little Dorrit,' 'The Crown,' and 'Wolf Hall.'
