There is no grand strategy. My sensibilities push me in a certain direction. Other actors have different sensibilities. That's all. I think it really is that simple. There's no grand strategy. There are so many variables that I have no control over. I sign on to movies I want to watch, as a fan.

We're living through the twilight of American economic dominance.

My mom is the backbone not just of my family but of many families.

I wasn't cocky, just confident; I went to an all black school, a white kid.

Have you ever noticed how most critics disagree with the public? That should tell you a lot about critics.

Most actors on most days don't think they're worthy.

I think every young actor in Los Angeles went up for that role. It was between Frankie Muniz and me, and he pulled out, so I got the role.