I definitely like to play characters that don't fit any kind of mold; that are slightly offbeat, because it's more fun to play.

I do like to play the darker characters; I don't really know why.

'Lone Gunmen' was my first job, and I got a little cocky, thinking I'm brilliant and don't have to work that hard because it comes so naturally.

I like to frequent antiques shops and flea markets like the Rose Bowl in Pasadena.

I like playing dark, offbeat, quirky characters.

When I got the role in 'Homeland,' it really opened something up. Other people respected me more as an actor, doors were opened, and I understood for the first time that it wasn't personal. All that rejection wasn't personal.