Most people assume that autistic people are not capable of empathy.

At every stage in life you think about death. But teenagers especially are sort of invincible. They're not supposed to be thinking about dying yet, or else they'd be too afraid to live.

I think it distinguishes television from every other medium. It's what makes it kind of radical, and risky, and fun.

I don't think I have ever been as inspired by any character that I have played. I was deeply moved by Temple's courage and her resourcefulness.. She is really pioneering in both the world of autism and animal rights. She has encouraged an incredibly positive change in the world.

There was a solid year and a half, perhaps two years, after making 'Temple Grandin,' when I didn't do anything. I just didn't have much patience for roles that were silly, or light, or inconsequential.

Tel Aviv is the most party time place in the world.

I used to talk about my personal life all the time. It's the most fun thing to talk about, the people in my life are hurt.