Kate Winslet reflects on past setbacks and returns in Netflix’s ‘The Unheard’

London, Oct 13 (Reuters) – Kate Winslet said the moment she feared her acting career was over came during a 2003 set where she felt trapped in a role she later described as “regrettable.” In an interview, the Oscar‑winner recalled walking off set, whispering “Oh my god,” before confronting the director and demanding a rewrite that would align with her instincts. The episode, which she says taught her to guard against projects that don’t serve her craft, resurfaced as she announced her lead in the upcoming Netflix vengeance drama ‘The Unheard.’ The series, scripted by Jack Thorne – known for ‘Adolescence’ – casts Winslet as a survivor seeking justice against a powerful corporation. Production begins in London next month, and the actress emphasized that the role “feels like a second chance” to channel the intensity she once feared losing. Winslet’s candid reflections underscore a career that has weathered missteps, yet continues to attract high‑profile collaborations.