I've been trying to find a redeeming feature to Palpatine, and the only one I've got so far is that he's clearly a patron of the arts because he goes to the opera.

Consistency is very important when you're making films.

I think the greatest thing about being an actor is that you can become other people. ... You have the opportunity to explore ... alternative ways of living for a brief time.

At least Satan fell; he has a history, and it's one of revenge.

Serious work gets done ... in congenial surroundings, which tend to make you laugh.

There were a number of people who helped me get there, and the one I always mention is Michael Byrne, the great master swordsman and brilliant stunt double.

If you're any kind of artist, you've got to ... keep opening yourself to new possibilities.

That's the mark of a great storyteller, never to give away secrets in advance.

I suppose it's easy to play a hypocritical politician with a smiling face; it's also quite gratifying to play.

Im the blackest villain of all time.

When George asked me to be the prequels, it was the same kind of meeting - it was very short and to the point. It was nice to see him after a long time, and we met in a hotel room.

This is how the entire course of a life can be changed: by doing nothing.

Just because a door appears closed it does not mean that it is locked - nor that it will not open with the right heart, call or touch

Frankly, accepting the family's unique qualities has done wonders to help my own sanity.

You are everything you should be, and all that is enough. Be proud of who you are, and love who you will become.” – Lady Lalaigne to Nhakira, “Chosen

It's not 'over-sensitivity' to ask to be treated with the same dignity and respect shown to others.

To be a leader, you have to lead yourself first.

The single most important thing in life is to believe in yourself regardless of what everyone else says.

Give your mind as long as possible to come up with something original.

Real excellence, indeed, is most recognized when most openly looked into.

In regards to my artistry, I've learned the importance of being vulnerable.