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 and writer-director Dylan Southern arrived in Berlin for the European bow of their family drama The Thing With Feathers, which recently had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.

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.

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 joined by two young co-stars on the Berlinale red carpet on Tuesday (February 18) for the premiere of their new film "The Thing With Feathers," a family drama with noir elements.