I'm optimistic about people and about the planet and about nature. I think it's resilient, like people are.
Viggo MortensenThe efforts of Black Lives Matter to bring attention to the all-too-frequent instances of unjustified violence being used by policemen may not be paying off as quickly as some might hope.
Viggo MortensenIn terms of the movie business, being in a 'Lord of the Rings' has given me more interesting options as work.
Viggo MortensenA little recognition is not a bad thing because it means people appreciate your work. The only problem is when you can't walk down the street or have a meal without people looking at you. I want to be the one looking at people.
Viggo Mortensen