I honestly would tell anyone young to start looking at stories and learning story, because I think that’s the next step after people go, ‘OK, I’ve had enough of that improvisation, I’ve had enough of those short comedy bits. Tell me a story, tell me a more complex story, something that lasts and maybe has a little more meaning to it.’ Don’t ever look at what’s happening now; look at what’s coming next.

It's nice that the independent scene is taken seriously, and has been.

I think that acting is no fun unless it's hard. I'm not titillated by acting or being an actor unless I have to work hard.

I've always tried to have a rule that you shouldn't make fun of innocent people who can't defend themselves. I find that a little unseemly and distasteful. But nothing's really sacred to me.

I pretty much read reviews and comments only looking for the negative. Literally, when I read positive comments, it's like a zero. I think the issue is if you agree with it or not.

If you're committed enough, you can make any story work. I once told a woman I was Kevin Costner, and it worked because I believed it.

My goal, whenever entering a project, is always to gain 12 pounds.