I mean, what are they scared of? Who's going to vote for anyone from the Communist Party, for God's sake?

I ran spotlight. Swept up. Did box office. Ran the lighting board. But acting was the most fun.

I started getting on my feet and clowning around, and they ended up putting me in a play when I was 12. And I was hooked.

I wouldn't even get elected. I'd probably deck a couple of people, too which would not play very well with the national media.

I wouldn't say I'm a method actor. I do research when I feel I don't have enough experience for the part I'm playing.

I'm not gangly; I'm very coordinated. I do have a bit of a baby face. But I guess that just means I'll be working longer.

I'm the kind of person who does not remember bad things.

I've been lucky-my looks haven't put me into one category. I don't look like a blue blood. I don't look like a criminal. I don't look like anything.

I've long ago compromised my eight hours a night.

I've used drugs that I do consider to be dangerous, drugs that are potentially detrimental to kids and society at large.

If you find yourself in a movie that you have questions about, it's not a compromise to your integrity.

If you're in the position to help someone and you do it, it's very rewarding.

It's certainly a lot more difficult to get a project made if you're talking about something progressive. That's just the nature of the industry.

It's difficult when you have to turn down a tremendous amount of money because you don't like what the script is saying and you don't have any money.

Most good actors have a huge intelligence about the human condition and a real open heart to different kinds of people and behavior.

My father described me as the oldest baby he'd ever seen. I apparently was very serious and reflective.

My philosophy is, don't take no for an answer and be willing to sacrifice your entire project for freedom.

New York is not conductive to theater. New York does not encourage its young. It does not encourage experimentation.

Susan is just great. I know I'm biased, but she's a great actress.

There are dumb actors. But there are dumb politicians and dumb bakers.