I fall in love with all the people I'm working with, women, directors, everybody. As actors, that's actually one of the real pleasures of the work. You have this weird opportunity to get unnaturally close to people very quickly.
Annette BeningWe want to be seen for who we really are, and each person has his own complex story and reasons for doing what they do.
Annette BeningIn a film, if you can capture what's going on underneath, you can begin to make a connection between the character and the people watching it.
Annette BeningI still remember the five points of salesmanship: attention, interest, conviction, desire and close.
Annette BeningI love watching people listen. And on film often some of the best moments if you think about favorite moments on film, often the person isn't even talking.
Annette BeningYou end up loving every character that you play but a lot of the people I've played, I should just say for myself, I played, I wouldn't necessarily want to continue playing them. I've done them. It's like going on a trip. You go, you're amazed, you're glad you're there but you're glad to get home. And that's how I feel most of the time.
Annette Bening