At the end of the day, what actors really want to do is act a lot and not wait around in the trailer.
William H. MacyMaking a mistake means overshooting a scene, shooting too many takes, for instance. Long after you've got it, you just keep shooting.
William H. MacyYou'd much rather act with a pal, someone you know really well. That way, you can cut all the niceties and go right to insulting each other.
William H. MacyI really love hanging out on the set, and I love the life, and all of that. But I don't think I could stick with this profession if it weren't for those 15 minutes a day when I get to act. That's the part I love. For some strange reason, it's the time that I'm the least self-conscious in my whole life.
William H. Macy