This 41-year-old Brit made a name for himself in mike Leigh's Naked and opposite his girlfriend, Anna Friel, in Timeline. Now starring in Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban he lets us in on what's magic to him.

"My favorite holiday destination is Brazil. I went there three years ago on holiday and loved it. The people are really friendly."

"Master and Commander was a wonderful, atmospheric film. I was up for the part played by Paul Bettany."

"My favourite smell is basil. It's very refreshing. I like the smell of mint, too."

"I discovered sushi a few years ago and I love it. I like the texture and the taste."

"I'd like to be able to play the piano. I can play the guitar, but I'd like to be able to master the classics on piano."

"I wish I could take my girlfriend with me when I travel. I miss her a lot when I'm away."

"I'm reading the fifth Harry Potter book because I'm going to be in the movie. I'm also reading The Picture of Dorian Gray."

"I never go anywhere without my iPod. It's good to take on long flights."

"The Streets and Eminem are fantastic - very witty lyrics. I'm also listening to the White Stripes."