Benedict Cumberbatch was overtaken by grief at unexpected moments while playing a widower in his new family drama "The Thing With Feathers," the British actor said on Tuesday in Berlin.

Benedict Cumberbatch is getting candid about grief, toxic masculinity and advocating for those in need upon the premiere of his latest film, The Thing With Feathers. The British star spoke from Berlin at the press conference of his latest film on Tuesday.

Renowned actor Benedict Cumberbatch reveals feeling unexpectedly emotional while portraying a widower in 'The Thing With Feathers,' showcased at the Berlin Film Festival. The role explores grief through visits from a mystical crow,

Benedict Cumberbatch was overtaken by grief at unexpected moments while playing a widower in his new family drama The Thing with Feathers, the British actor has said at the Berlin International Film Festival.

Despite a committed central performance by Benedict Cumberbatch, 'The Thing With Feathers' can't do justice to Max Porter's astonishing novella. View on euronews