Do what you have to do, to do what you want to do.

[My father] could see as far as he could see and my mother wanted us to go to college so it was a very real part of my life.

Cats are too independent. They piss me off. They play when they want, and then they turn their back on you. Dogs, you throw the ball, and they bring it back, tongue hanging out, tail wagging. Cats are like "Not right now, too busy." Definitely a dog man. Except when it comes to cleaning up after them! Cats win that!

Even though the story [Fences] is set during the 1950s, some contemporary women might have trouble understanding her decision.

Revenge is a meal best served cold.

Come on, I know bad acting when I hear it.

If it ain't on a page, it ain't on a stage.