I think being a competitive diver for years helps you focus and dedicate yourself to what’s needed.
JASON STATHAMI just gravitate to those more testosterone-filled sort of parts than me playing something a bit more fairy-like.
More Jason Statham Quotes
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Usually I’m trying to work with people that I’ve worked with before, so we have a certain amount of know-how and what we’re going to do together.
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Jet was very busy. I’ve been inspired by a lot of his movies.
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The thing about the UK is we don’t really make that many great movies.
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When I go to the cinema I watch all different kinds of films.
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A lot of actors are frustrated because they want to do things that are different and test themselves. Character actors are always looking for something the opposite of what they did.
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People like to pigeonhole you.
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I endured many weeks of it, but I had a big background in martial arts and fighting as a kid, so kind of all the problems got brushed away and I was ready.
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One of the toughest guys in the world is Randy Couture – he is the true epitome of what a tough guy is.
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A lot of action movies today seem to have scenes that just lead up to the action.
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I love Tony Jaa. He’s one of the best and most capable martial arts stuntmen in the world.
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In L.A., it’s very hard to have some kind of conscience of some style out there. The weather’s too hot; there’s no seasons.
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I know, a lot of the films I’ve done, it’s obvious I’m going to beat up six guys and just walk out the door. There’s not a lot of motivating factors – it’s just action for the sake of action.
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It’s not like I’m dying to do work that’s taken seriously, and I’m not looking to become a thespian. It’s not what I’m looking for; I’m just looking to do quality work.
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If you got a good imagination, a lot of confidence and you kind of know what you are saying, then you might be able to do it. I know a lot of colorful characters at home that would make great actors.
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Look at someone like Edward Norton. A truly phenomenal actor. He’s definitely went to school and trained.
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Some of my best experiences are with writer/directors. Guy Ritchie is one. I feel they have a clearer view of what they want to do. They haven’t got to try and interpret someone’s writing; it’s all theirs. I really admire that.
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And if people come up and say they like the movies you’re in, it’s a great compliment.
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I like heist movies. I like action movies that set all the elements into one and a chance to do something that comes from a great stable of writing.
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Well, I’m used to rubbing shoulders with crooks and criminals.
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In Hollywood, people get reputations, just rumors that are passed down.
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I’m enthusiastic and ambitious, and I work hard.
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I’ve come from nowhere, and I’m not shy to go back.
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I’m used to being efficient and a guy that can do more than the average guy can.
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I was a sportsman for years. I’ve always had a physical background. I’ve always had an interest in boxing and fighting. To get physical in films is a dream. I love it.
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I love to get behind the wheel and get competitive.
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Without doing the big blockbusters, I wouldn’t be able to find the money to go after little projects that I want to do.
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