I like anything that is like an obstruction, something that I have to act through is good.
Peter SarsgaardWho would I least want to hang out with? Probably John Lotter. I guess I have a place of understanding for everyone I've played.
Peter SarsgaardI think one of the things that might distinguish me is when I'm going to work as an actor I really try not to worry about my own personal hang-ups and just really concentrate on the work. Because I have such a respect for acting, which is something I feel like I'm constantly learning how to do, that all of my energy is always focused on the acting itself.
Peter SarsgaardI mean I don't think it got me interested in acting. I think it might be what makes it so that I can have the idea of the variety of people in the world, different incomes. That helps. When you're going to play someone it's interesting and nice to see experiences that aren't like yours. But there's always the remarkable similarity of all people.
Peter Sarsgaard