I can't imagine a more profoundly exciting experience than I had working on 'Avatar.' And whether I'm ever part of it again, I'll always be very proud that I was a part of it.

I get a lot of people coming up to me and saying, "I really hate you." And they say it in the nicest possible way and I accept it. It's the people who come up to you and say, "I really liked your character. Man, he was right!" Those are the ones you worry about.

What has emerged as I've gotten older is simplifying the characters I play, unless the role calls for something that is arcane or ornate.

Fortitude, determination... in a way they're things that I idealize myself and am curious about.

I wouldn't say 'Avatar' changed my life, but it definitely changed my career.

I am very happy acting, and just have never gone at, or been bitten by the directing bug to the extent where I'm willing to put acting aside. If offered the opportunity, I think I could do a good job with the right material.

Hamlet, that's the only role there is, finally. The only role. After that, you settle down and only do the fun things on stage.