I think that it's important not to take [acting] too seriously. It's all pretend. It's a strange job.

I think it's very dangerous for an actor to take [shooting] too seriously because I think it could really damage you if you do that.

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

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'm really, really blessed. Not only am I blessed to have found that I love making films, but I'm also insanely blessed to be able to do it. I have to remind myself that when I'm complaining.

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

I needed to stay in the character.