Siân Brooke talks about acting on big TV shows like ‘House of the Dragon’ and ‘Sherlock,’ the scary parts of AI, working with her husband, and why the Apple TV+ series ‘Trying’ is like comfort food for the soul.
Siân Brooke is back on U.K. screens this week in season 2 of the BBC police drama ‘Blue Lights,’ set in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
‘Blue Lights’ follows three new police officers in Belfast, dealing with the pressures of the job and the city’s tensions. Siân plays Grace Ellis, a single mom who left her social work job for the police force but questions her decision.
Season 2 premiered on BBC One, with all episodes available on BBC iPlayer and BritBox International. The trailer teases new challenges for the officers.
Apart from ‘Blue Lights,’ Siân has appeared in ‘House of the Dragon,’ ‘Trying,’ and ‘Sherlock.’ She also played Eurus Holmes in ‘Sherlock’ and starred in the film ‘Radioactive’ and the upcoming Netflix series ‘Supacell.’
In an interview, Siân discusses the complexities of her ‘Blue Lights’ role and the show’s portrayal of real-life issues. She talks about how she prepared for the role and the show’s impact on audiences.
She also reflects on her experiences working on big franchises like ‘Sherlock’ and ‘House of the Dragon,’ acknowledging the pressure but focusing on the joy of creating new characters.
Siân shares her excitement for upcoming projects, including ‘Supacell’ and the next season of ‘Trying.’ She also talks about playing Karen in ‘Trying’ and her pride in using her Midlands accent.
Additionally, Siân talks about working with her husband, Bill Buckhurst, on the film ‘Pond Life’ and their current project together.
Regarding AI and technology in the creative industry, Siân expresses caution, emphasizing the irreplaceable human element in art and collaboration.
She concludes by highlighting the message of hope in ‘Blue Lights’ and the importance of showcasing ordinary people in extraordinary situations.