You have no idea how fragile an actor's self-worth is.

Every picture that is successful has one little miracle in it.

I was very intense. I think it's a privilege to be an actor.

I want to thank the Academy for its courage and generosity.

I said to Tennessee, this thing is becoming the Marlon Brando show.

Look for the contradictions in every character, especially in your heroes and villains. No one should be what they first seem to be. Surprise the audience.

Hey, you must be doin' good, 'cause I never hear from you.