Arterton shared that she can have the occasional drink on a Saturday night but has to be mindful not to go overboard. She even joked about how someone once commented on her performance after having a few drinks, comparing her to the character Ness and Dormer in a toilet.
To tempt Arterton into having a drink, Carr offered her a ginger beer, but unfortunately, it turned out to be a bitter lemon. Despite this, Arterton gracefully accepted the drink and raised a toast with Carr, showcasing her professionalism and dedication to her craft.
During the interview, Carr also asked Arterton about how she keeps her voice in shape for her role in the musical. Arterton shared that she has developed a vocal exercise where she wakes up in the morning and makes a specific noise to test her singing ability. Carr, curious to try it himself, attempted the vocal exercise, much to the amusement of the audience.
Aside from discussing her role in “Made in Dagenham,” Arterton also talked about her experience campaigning for equal rights for women in Parliament. She expressed her gratitude for being able to join the original ladies from Dagenham who went on strike in 1968 for the Equal Pay Act. Arterton considers them legends and felt honored to march alongside them.
Carr couldn’t help but bring up a humorous incident during one of his visits to watch Arterton in the musical. He shared that while in the audience, he heard someone shouting, “Equal pay for women!” and was surprised to realize it was Arterton herself, rallying for the cause even during the performance.
The conversation then moved to the topic of the dwindling popularity of the Cockney accent, with Carr expressing his fondness for the accent and its rich history of rhyming slang. Arterton, who used to speak with a Cockney accent before her training, agreed and mentioned that her father occasionally speaks in Cockney rhyming slang.
As the interview came to a close, Carr couldn’t help but praise Arterton’s talent and the fantastic performance of “Made in Dagenham.” He urged viewers to go and see the musical, giving a rousing applause for Arterton’s remarkable work.
Overall, the episode of “Alan Carr: Chatty Man” with Gemma Arterton was filled with laughter, interesting anecdotes, and a glimpse into Arterton’s dedication to her craft and passion for equal rights. It showcased the lively and entertaining nature of the chat show and left viewers excited to see both Arterton’s performance in “Made in Dagenham” and her future endeavors.
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