I'm not really into musicals.

- Christian Bale

It's not who I am underneath but what I do that defines me.

- Christian Bale

I do like taking stuff seriously that a lot of people look at as nonsense. I enjoy the insanity of that. And I like the commitment that is needed for…

- Christian Bale

The art of survival is a story that never ends.

- Christian Bale

I tend to think you're fearless when you recognize why you should be scared of things, but do them anyway.

- Christian Bale

Working out is incredibly boring. I swear it's true that the bigger your muscles get, the fewer brain cells you have.

- Christian Bale

It's got to do with putting yourself in other people's shoes and seeing how far you can come to truly understand them. I like the empathy that comes …

- Christian Bale

The only thing I would unequivocally say is that I have never had any interest in romantic comedy I just couldn't do it. I think I'd be terrible.

- Christian Bale

I find something fascinating about the quiet man in the background who has no desire to be the center of attention.

- Christian Bale