I was constantly surprised by how things took shape, whether it was something that was funny or [sharp] or some of these more simple, quiet moments in the woods. Honestly I would say everything and nothing. I honestly don't think it's different than on any other film [Swiss Army Man]. I think I would probably ask questions of everything always.
The less acting you have to do, the better, I think. - Paul Dano
The less acting you have to do, the better, I think.
- Paul Dano
On set, the playground for the character, how much it takes varies. Is it like ballet, is it like jazz? The content always lends itself to the form, … - Paul Dano
On set, the playground for the character, how much it takes varies. Is it like ballet, is it like jazz? The content always lends itself to the form, …
Everything you do, every experience that you have, enlightens you a little bit or worsens you. - Paul Dano
Everything you do, every experience that you have, enlightens you a little bit or worsens you.
For me, playing a really bad character is about figuring out what brought the person to where we need him. - Paul Dano
For me, playing a really bad character is about figuring out what brought the person to where we need him.
In tragedy, it's hard to find a good resolution; it's not black and white: it's a big fog of gray. - Paul Dano
In tragedy, it's hard to find a good resolution; it's not black and white: it's a big fog of gray.
The only constant I can find is hard work. - Paul Dano
The only constant I can find is hard work.
It's a constant learning process - not just what you need to learn for the character or as far as good actors - but as an actor, there's no limit. Ev… - Paul Dano
It's a constant learning process - not just what you need to learn for the character or as far as good actors - but as an actor, there's no limit. Ev…
Of course I think it's a movie for everybody [Insane Farting Corpse], but that's probably just because it's a movie for me. - Paul Dano
Of course I think it's a movie for everybody [Insane Farting Corpse], but that's probably just because it's a movie for me.
You try to get to know your character as best as you can before you start filming - whats written and not written. - Paul Dano
You try to get to know your character as best as you can before you start filming - whats written and not written.
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