Anything truly worthwhile does not come easy. If it did, it would not be all that worthwhile.
Jack LemmonWhen I'm reading material, if I'm a little bit afraid of a part and I'm willing to admit that to myself, then I'll do it, definitely. If I'm worried about being able to do it, to get it -I absolutely just love it.
Jack LemmonIf you've been fortunate enough to live out your dream in the profession of your choice, then you have an obligation to send the elevator back down.
Jack LemmonPeople are probably correct when they see me as the so-called Everyman. I'm attracted primarily to contemporary characters. I understand them and their frustrations.
Jack LemmonPart of an actor's job is to actually adopt the world-view of the character she is playing and to tell the story from that vantage point. If an actor represses large aspects of their personality, they will have a severely limited range and castability. Great actors cultivate effortless access to their subpersonalities. Many acting teachers call this 'freeing your instrument.'
Jack Lemmon