Variety is the spice of life

With his role in Jim Sheridan’s new film, The Secret Scripture, Eric Bana has added to his reputation as one of the most versatile actors around, writes Esther McCarthy.

He’s one of cinema’s most intersting screen actors, mixing leading man and supporting roles and bringing a versatility to his choices that is rare.

Ever since his breakout performance as the notorious Australian criminal Mark ‘Chopper’ Read in Chopper, Eric Bana has mixed it up, combining performances in blockbusters like Hulk and Troy with dramatic roles in films like Munich and Hanna.