You really have to act your pants off to stay alive. I thrive on that; I rise to the occasion of the circumstances.

The only way I know how to deliver is to focus; some people can turn it on or off - I'd rather stay in character.

The only way you can influence your fate is to put your soul into your performance and hope it registers with the audience.

I wanted to wash off the experience of Africa but obviously I couldn't because that's who I was.

I was always led to believe you should take care of yourself, trust in your abilities and you're the author of your own destiny.

I've played different nationalities, and everything from vulnerable to strong to crooked to demented. It just increases your possibilities of work because, if people know you can do just about anything, then you're going to get more offers. That's what I want to do.