I went to private school in Manhattan, and at a young age, they made us do public speaking. For some reason, I was good at standing in front of the class and speaking. Paul Dano Read Quote
Even when I’m alone, my life revolves around film. I think that’s why I live in New York, not L.A., where it’s so concentrated. Paul Dano Read Quote
Sometimes I think your intellect can get in your way as an actor or an artist. When you come from a world of improv and comedy, you’re able to let it flicker and fall out. Paul Dano Read Quote
I know an actor who would play one type of part but could never get cast as tough. Once he got cast as tough, as a cop, he only got offered cop roles. It’s a funny business in that regard. It’s all about perception. Paul Dano Read Quote
On ‘There Will Be Blood,’ I was cast at the last minute. I had 3 and a half to 4 days to get ready for the first day. I just went for it, threw myself in there and gave it everything I had. That was just guts and instinct, not a lot of preparation. Paul Dano Read Quote
I’ve been fortunate to work with several actors and directors who I look up to, and learned from each of them. Paul Dano Read Quote
