When you take on a role, even if the character is somebody that you are dissimilar to, you have to identify with the role and look for an emotional connection even if there is not a biographical one.
Jesse EisenbergMother Teresa was asked what was the meaning of life, and she said to help other people, and I thought, 'What a strange thing to say' - but maybe it's the right thing to say.
Jesse EisenbergAs for environmentalism, I'm only an environmentalist by accident. I live in New York, so I bike, and the closest grocery store to me sells organic produce. I also shop with a book bag because I ride a bike, and it's hard to carry the paper or plastic bags.
Jesse EisenbergI think I'm an abstinence symbol. If I take my shirt off, people will not have babies.
Jesse EisenbergIt's a struggle for me to watch things I've been in because I'm just distracted and self-critical.
Jesse EisenbergThereโs something strange about theater. My characters consistently demonize elitism, but of course itโs taking place in a theater where only so many people can see it. Iโve been in silly popcorn movies - the kind of thing that as an actor you might feel embarrassed about - but those movies reach many more people.
Jesse Eisenberg