That was one of the things that Tom [Hooper] hit on, Cohen explained to EW.

It definitely affects how the audience views the film.

For Eddie, what was going on inside Lilis mind was always the primary concern, says the director.

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Hes an extraordinarily conscientious and empathic actor and I think everything flowed from inside to out.

The emotional journey led to getting the physical stuff absolutely right.

Watch the trailer forThe Danish Girlbelow:

Cate Blanchett and Best Actor winner Eddie Redmayne

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