I also think within the scene, a specific scene - if I were to play a part that I played 10 years ago now, my interpretation of that scene would be totally different. I would be making different choices. Because I can't somehow subtract all of the experiences that I've had in my life. And it's fascinating to see, because somewhere I'm very reflective in that. You know, I've been playing basically actually close to 40 years old, so I'm somewhere lost in age in this movie. But it's been fascinating to see that I can't subtract that time.
Jake GyllenhaalI think you hear a lot of people say 'I support the troops' and all of that, but I really feel deeply that I do.
Jake GyllenhaalWhen I walk into a screening, I'm nervous in a different way than I am as an actor. But the response is ultimately I know how I feel about it and that's what matters to me the most.
Jake GyllenhaalSometimes you need an anchor, whatever it might be. You need a space to connect. So often you get into a way of doing things.
Jake Gyllenhaal