In these times, in this harsh, rude, warring world that we live in, where most of the bloodshed is 'My god is greater than your god,' and we're fighting in the name of our god, we have to find a way to peaceably coexist, spiritually.

As an actor, you're sort of the court-appointed lawyer for the character.

The biggest research of all when I do a character is self-examination. You look at yourself and you ask, 'How am I similar to this person and how am I different?'

I cherish each director that I have. I want to be maneuvered out of my comfort zones. I don't have the time to prepare.

It's terrifying to be the lead. There's a moment of excitement, and then pure terror.

I don't have a caustic sense of humor. What I find funny, that humor comes from a much gentler place.

I love to be surprised.