The belief that the good in American society will finally win out... I don't believe any more.

I knew the exuberance of playing before an admiring audience and hearing my secret voice.

Criticism- a big bite out of someone's back.

The more ambivalent you are and the more uncertain you are, then you can get something that you cannot anticipate.

The first thing you should do with an actor is not sign a contract with him. Take him to dinner. And take him for a walk afterwards.

You have to remind people of their own struggles. It's a responsibility.

Acting, I found, was the biggest charge I ever had. What other artist has it so good? Approval so quick?