Even my going back to school was to inspire young people that it's never too late to education. That's all I can do, and try to be the best father and husband that I can be.

I've always been into working out and eating healthy. That's just who I am.

I see a guy getting old. I try to not look in the mirror too much.

The success of 'The Fighter' made it a lot easier to get 'Broken City' green-lit. And the buzz about 'The Fighter' also made it a lot easier to get 'Contraband' green-lit.

Having more success allows you more freedom to take more risks and do things.

I don't want to let my guard down and feel too comfortable. If you become complacent, you start feeling entitled. I'm ready to go dig ditches if I have to. Whatever I gotta do to provide for my family. Whatever I gotta do to make sure that I do the best possible job at whatever wonderful opportunities I've been handed.

Clooney is just a pretty boy, man, and that's it, OK? I carried him on my back long enough. I'm on my own.