‘Miriam Margolyes Made Me Me’ Is A Doc That Wasn’t Meant To Happen: “I Didn’t Know What The F**k Was Going On”

BAFTA-winning director Simon Draper created the documentary 'Miriam Margolyes Made Me Me' by filming the acclaimed actor on his phone over two years during trips between London and Australia, where the documentary follows Margolyes as she visits old friends, performs on stage, and encounters royalty, though the film was never part of the original plan when Draper set out to make a podcast with the famously outspoken television personality. The documentary captures Margolyes in her element, showcasing both her professional performances and personal connections as she travels between continents. Margolyes herself admitted to being somewhat bewildered by the process, telling Deadline, 'I didn't know what the f**k was going on,' highlighting the spontaneous nature of the project that evolved organically rather than through careful planning. What began as a simple podcast recording session between Draper and Margolyes gradually transformed into a comprehensive documentary as the director accumulated hours of footage documenting her vibrant personality, career milestones, and personal relationships across different countries.