Taking lead in bloody tragedy

Ralph Fiennes’s new film adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Coriolanus is a labour of love for the British actor and director, says Declan Cashin

SITTING on a sofa in a West End hotel in London, Ralph Fiennes’ intense eyes are focused intently on a prize.

A waiter is removing a plate of cakes and buns from the table, prompting Fiennes to politely reach out to keep the confectionery in place, and then order a fresh cup of tea.