You grow up a lot in terms of your understanding of the industry and how to deal with the corporate things.

You should be careful what you wish for, as the reasons for war get confused. One person can be very clear in their motives, but others can have different agendas.

I try and do films I know I'm going to enjoy watching as well as being in.

Being a salesman and an actor were not that dissimilar: It is a good lesson in covering up your feelings. No one wants to buy from someone who looks depressed.

I've earned a lot of money, seen everything, and have a wonderful family. What else can I do?

When we think of the state of the economy, we are not thinking in terms of money flow. We are thinking in terms of the effect on everyday lives of people.

Successful people make money. It's not that people who make money become successful, but that successful people attract money. They bring success to what they do.

Europe has to avoid old prejudices and new ones. That means north versus south, rich versus poor.