Playing the role of Christ was like being in a prison. It was the hardest part I've ever had to play in my life. I couldn't smoke or drink in public. I couldn't. — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
When I finished the role of Christ, I felt as though I'd been let out on parole. A man who has served 18 months isn't eager to go back to prison. — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
Italians are great improvisers. If something unforeseen happens, they throw up their hands, and they adjust. — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
Do it, do it, do it. And watch good actors. See what they are doing and how they are doing it. You have to… — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
There are those who want to believe but can't, and there are those who believe as children and it's no problem for them at… — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
If Jesus came back today, and saw what was going on in his name, he'd never stop throwing up. — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
I remember those days with Bergman with great nostalgia. We were aware that the films were going to be quite important, and the work… — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
My father was a professor of folklore, and my mother was a teacher until she was married. I had a good relationship with them,… — Max von Sydow Copy Share Image
