There is probably some great acting that goes on in movies from people who have never been on a stage, but if you are in for the long haul, you'd be missing an enormous part of what being an actor is if you're not part of theater.
Justin KirkI hesitate to say because it sounds silly, but the first play I did was The Caucasian Chalk Circle by Brecht.
Justin KirkOnce you walk off the set, if you're an actor, the rest isn't your responsibility, which I like a lot. I'm not responsible for the final product, which is why it's always a pleasure when you see it's in the hands of the people afterwards putting it together.
Justin KirkI think my favorite movie is Joe Versus the Volcano - or maybe Multiple Maniacs by John Waters.
Justin Kirk