The men in Vietnam weren't allowed to fight the war with any kind of concern to win by the government. It was like a war of attrition.

Artists die twice. First creatively. Then physically. The second one is the easiest.

There's a natural law of karma that vindictive people, who go out of their way to hurt others, will end up broke and alone.

I think I'd like to be remembered as someone who beat the odds through just plain determination. ... that I persevered. Because I think that being somewhat of a pest to life, constantly plaguing and pursuing, will bring results.

Don't discuss your dreams. Pursue them!

In fact, every day I'll read a chapter of some art book. I don't know why. It's just a habit.

Theater is like boxing - having the audience ringside. It's instant gratification. Or horrification.