Al Pacino

"My father was a very difficult man. He was a very powerful man."

"I don't do impressions. I just do my character."

"Survival is the best revenge."

"I believe in strong character. I don't believe in weakness."

"People have an idea of what you are, and you have to deal with that."

"I learned a long time ago that you can't control the outcome."

"Life is full of surprises."

"I'm a serious guy. I don't make jokes."

"The best characters come from the most honest place."

"I don't play characters for the money. I play them because I love them."

"Time is the ultimate currency."

"You have to risk something to gain something."

"I'm not a Method actor. I don't stay in character."

"The key to survival is acceptance."

"I have always believed that you must be true to yourself."

"Dreams are what keep you going."

"I want to do everything. I want to work until I die."

"You have to understand people to play them."

"My greatest achievement is my family."

"Acting is a gift. It's a privilege to do this."

"The world needs more truth."

"I believe in the power of the human spirit."

"Failure is just another stepping stone."

"You can't be afraid of change."

"I respect hard work and dedication."

"Art is about expression, not perfection."

"Life is about making choices and living with them."

"I have always sought out the most challenging roles."

"Peace comes from understanding."

"I believe in the goodness of people."