I remember once imagining what my life would be like, what I'd be like. I pictured having all these qualities, strong positive qualities that people could pick up on from across the room. But as time passed, few became qualities that I actually had. And all the possibilities I faced, and the sorts of people I could be, all of them got reduced every year to fewer and fewer until finally they got reduced to one - to who I am. And that's who I am.
Nicolas CageMy father always used to say to me, it doesnโt matter what the profession is, but if theyโre the best in their field, it will always be fascinating to watch.
Nicolas CageWe've become so glorified in the movie-star system that it's become this artificial royalty. The truth is that we're circus clowns.
Nicolas CageI always see America as really belonging to the Native Americans. Even though I'm American, I still feel like a visitor in my own country.
Nicolas CageI know there's been a lot that's been said about animated voice work, as though it's 'you can do this in your jeans and there's no camera and no pressure there. It's no big deal. It's easy.' The truth is, it's really a great test: how deep is your ability is to access your imagination?
Nicolas CageI have a love-hate relationship with New Orleans, which is the strongest sort of relationship. I've had some extraordinary, beautiful, poetic experiences in this city and I've had some terrible experiences in this city. I'm drawn to New Orleans, in many ways feel I grew up in New Orleans, even though I'm from the West.
Nicolas Cage