It is my greatest joy to live a really good part, even though it imposes great strain. An artist is tired but proud when he has created a great work of art. So it is with the actor who really lives a great role and is proud of the part he played.

I was never a villain on the stage. I always played strong, sympathetic types. My first stage role with a speaking part, believe it or not, was as a priest. It wasn't until I began acting in films that the producers and directors saw me primarily as a bizarre villain.

I just really want to do good work and work with some great people, people who challenge me.

What use is there for a biography of myself? I'm just a movie actor.

What use is there for a biography of myself? I'm just a movie actor.

Great work is done by people who are not afraid to be great.