no work of art is ever finished, nothing is ever static, no performance is for keeps.

One cannot demand of art that it pay you in any other way than in the satisfaction of the work itself.

We must overcome the notion that we must be regular... it robs you of the chance to be extraordinary and leads you to the mediocre.

Theoretically, the actor ought to be more sound in mind and body than other people, since he learns to understand the psychological problems of human beings when putting his own passions, his loves, fears, and rages to work in the service of the characters he plays. He will learn to face himself, to hide nothing from himself- and to do so takes AN INSATIABLE CURIOSITY ABOUT THE HUMAN CONDITION

We had a relationship that lasted 44 years. Herbert and I lived together 10 years before we were married. He always gave me a little heart for whatever anniversary.

Working with Brando was fun. It was like a tennis match. We played unbelievably well together.

no work of art is ever finished, nothing is ever static, no performance is for keeps.