I'm not prejudiced about what type of movies I'm in, what form they take or whether they're studio or independent. I just want to make films that are going to be good. The main reason is not to make money, although at some points it's really difficult when you're broke.

I've worked with a lot great directors who have huge resumes, but I'm really trying to be active in my career in supporting the new generation of cinema. I like taking some time to try to support and be a part of that.

I think Van Sant is the most important American director we have. He takes the most risks. He's just pure to me.

When actors give their input, it can be very ego-driven, and directors are scared of that.

I saw the main character played by Mads Mikkelsen, and he's amazing. Hannibal had that going for it.

I feel that film, as opposed to theatre, is about capturing that one, real moment.

Well, the first thing I wanted to be was a carpenter. Then I wanted to be a painter and then a singer. It was when I first saw 'Lawrence of Arabia' that I wanted to be an actor.