I like naturally occurring film grain, and what happens to film when it's under- and over-exposed.
Viggo MortensenEvery year I hear people complain that the quality of screenplays and movies is declining. In my opinion, the vast majority of scripts written - as well as most movies that are released - are not very original, well-written, or interesting. It has always been that way, and I think it always will be.
Viggo MortensenI grew up with horses when I was a kid in Argentina. I like them. I respect them. I'm careful around them. You never know what they're going to do. They're endlessly interesting. I've had some good acting partners that were horses over the years.
Viggo MortensenWhen I have a day off, I won't spend it at a Hollywood party. I'd rather be at home with paints and a blank canvas.
Viggo MortensenLooking at acting, in the movies or the theater, and the way I like to look at it, itโs just an extension of childhood playโฆ Kids play and imagine in a very intense fashion and they donโt need any director telling them โYou really have to believe in it.โ They believe in it completely.
Viggo Mortensen