Spent time with him....
Back in 2004 when I was on my honeymoon.
He wasn't as huge as he is now, but he was the nicest person I've met in a long time.
Bought me and my then wife lots of drinks, took us to one of the nicest beaches in the world (Santorini), and discussed film in depth.
Apparently, Kate Winslet auditioned for Shaun, but they didn't want to make it a vehicle for her. And he was in talks to have a part in Jackson's King Kong.
Like I said, a really cool man. Really happy, and I hope he carries on making brilliant movies