I wouldn't say I'm a method actor. I do research when I feel I don't have enough experience for the part I'm playing.
My philosophy is, don't take no for an answer and be willing to sacrifice your entire project for freedom.
Is Walt turning over in his grave? A man named Joe Roth runs Disney right now-he gave me the go-ahead and total freedom to do whatever I wanted to do.
I learned much more about acting from philosophy courses, psychology courses, history and anthropology than I ever learned in acting class.
Most good actors have a huge intelligence about the human condition and a real open heart to different kinds of people and behavior.
I don't think people have been able to deal with the fact that African American filmmakers can make movies about life and relationships.
I have personal beliefs and they are sometimes reflected in the movies I make, but I also reflect other points of view.