Kayvan Novak Quotes

I idolize Gene Hackman. He is not a natural star, not an incandescent personality like Jack Nicholson, but he makes luminous the problems of being an ordinary man in an extraordinary situation.

Billy Campbell who is... I... truly one of the most talented actors today.

I look up to Leonardo DiCaprio and Matt Damon. I'm a huge fan of their work. I also like actors who really transform themselves, like Joaquin Phoenix. And I loved Robin Williams growing up. He does comedy and drama so brilliantly.

Nic Hoult is just such a brilliant actor.

I'd love to become like Bill Murray, who was so funny on 'Saturday Night Live' and has gone on to do some of the landmark comedies people like. And then to add this whole other phase to his career with 'Lost in Translation' and 'Rushmore.' I always felt to be able to have something similar to that would be great.

I really love Robert Duvall, who I think is maybe the best American actor. I love Robert Duvall because the ability that he has to change and do the most amazing work.

I have unqualified admiration for Brad Pitt.

I mean everyone, from Al Pacino to Murphy Guyer, are phenomenal actors.

Martin Sheen is my pinup! And Allison Janney, oh my God. They're brilliant actors.

I love watching Samuel L. Jackson do anything, but for me, Gary Oldman is the grandmaster of the game.

Samuel L. Jackson is one of the best actors there is.

I've always thought Juliette Lewis was great.

Johnny Depp is probably the best actor.

I think that Zoe Kazan is an unbelievable talent.

I love Woody Harrelson. He's a fine actor.

I have a huge acting crush on Gene Hackman. I just love watching him.

Robert Pattinson is an incredibly gifted actor. Every role that Pattinson plays is a contender for an acting award.

Dominic West is one of the greatest actors.

My favourite actor is Daniel Day Lewis. He's the finest actor in Hollywood. I've studied his performances.

I love Mike Winters. He's such a great actor.

I'm a big Brad Pitt fan. He's really talented. I think a lot of men are intimidated by him, saying he's just a pretty boy or whatever, but he is a bad man. I think he can act.

Brittany Murphy... who knows if she's going to be around. Kirsten Dunst, I think she's really boring. Reese Witherspoon? She can open a movie.

Will Smith is fantastic.

Stardom is only a by-product of acting. I don't think being a movie star is a good enough reason for existing.

I always go for just really, hopefully, great writing and great acting, being in the company of great actors.