I find human behavior really interesting. I think that's ultimately what being an actor is. You explore what it means to be human.
Nikolaj Coster-WaldauThe fact is that, in prison, you can't just go and be locked up and serve your time. That's not an option. You get locked up, and then you're going to go through hell and, if you're lucky, you'll come out somewhat of a human being, but you're probably going to be beyond traumatized, for the rest of your life. That's ridiculous!
Nikolaj Coster-WaldauRehabilitation is such a tiny part of prison life, and I think that has to change. The funny thing is that there's even bi-partisan agreement that it has to change, but the question is how. I don't know how.
Nikolaj Coster-WaldauOnce you put a mask on, if you allow it to, it can really transform you, and that's what a costume does.
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau