'Nice guy' Hopkins 'wows movie co-stars'

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Sir Anthony Hopkins has impressed his latest movie colleagues by displaying a generous attitude on set, a report claims.

The 71-year-old actor has been working on an as-yet-untitled project directed by Woody Allen in recent months.

A source on the film told the Daily Express: "He has to be the nicest guy in showbiz. During filming he flew off for a weekend break to Italy and came back bearing presents for everyone.

"He bought silk scarves for all the make-up girls and even painted them a picture each."

The insider added: "He kept everyone laughing with his proper dad-style jokes. He's so funny."

Hopkins's new movie also stars Freida Pinto, Naomi Watts and Josh Brolin.