One cold wintry day in London, I was dreaming about salad nicoise—one of my favorites.

I don't really understand the concept of having a career, or what agents mean when they say they're building one for you. I just do things I think will be interesting and that have integrity. I hate those tacky, pointless, big, fluffy, unimportant movies.

I spend a good portion of my dinner-party conversation defending America because no matter what the political agenda, it's still a fantastic, amazing place.

If you have a very hot experience then shock yourself with cold water, it's very very good for the nervous system.

I first had a version of this at a Japanese monastery during a silent retreat-don't ask, it's a long story.

I eat whatever I want. I like bread and cheese and wine, and that makes my life fun and enjoyable.

I don't fit into the bad side of American psychology. The British are much more intelligent and civilized than the Americans.