Juan Antonio Bayona – The Orphanage
“There is great depth in this film. It is a belief between fear and human emotion. I think ‘El Orfanato’ isn’t a place, but a state of mind.”
Halle Berry – Things We Lost in the Fire
“My life quickly went back to normal [after winning the Oscar]. “[Awards] are great that night and you get a pat on the back and then you go back to being an actor making a living.”
Franc. Reyes – Illegal Tender
“To be a Latino filmmaker is even more difficult because of the reality of Hollywood.”
Benicio del Toro – Things We Lost in the Fire
“Then she came up and said, ‘I think you should try to kiss her’ and I said, ‘Don’t mind if I do.'”
Jason Schwartzman – The Darjeeling Limited
“I’m kind of a sentimental type of person so I can make a spiritual journey out of going down to the liquor store.”
Chris Eska – August Evening
“I’m not all that interested in making $100-million movies. Most of what I want to say can be said without that type of budget.”
Bill Maher – Real Time with Bill Maher
“I don’t think anybody really likes politics, but it’s your duty when you live in a democracy to follow it. We all have to participate.”
America Ferrera – Ugly Betty
“Of course, on the outside, [Betty] doesn’t fit in. But ultimately… she represents the best part of what a person can be. She’s pure and honest.”
Elizabeth Rodriguez – Miami Vice
“My character is more of the go-to girl. I’m the support system.”
Ana de la Reguera – Nacho Libre
“Many times I refuse to do some movies because I am not interested. I would really like to do some very great Mexican movies. I want my movie to be nominated for an Oscar.”
Sam Elliott – Barnyard
“[My voice] is real and its me. It isn’t something that is contrived or put on.”
Michael Pe̱a РWorld Trade Center
“This movie is a real human story. It’s really about family, love, support and camaraderie and getting through something.”