Acting Quote by Andy Serkis

I think acting helps me as a director no matter what. There is something about being reminded about the vulnerability it takes to be…

— Marielle Heller

As I've always been open to learning, directors have helped me with the nuances of acting.

— Riya Sen

Being an actor really, really strengthens me as a director. There's just a certain type of understanding that comes from having been there and…

— Aaron Ruell

I think that it helps that I have acted. That said, it doesn't mean you're going to be a good director.

— Valeria Golino

Look, a lot of directors were actors, even if they were unsuccessful actors which I think is helpful. I think it's a really helpful…

— Grant Heslov

As a director, it is important to understand the actor's process.

— Chadwick Boseman

As a director, I also get to sit and watch actors and learn from them in a way that I don't get to do…

— Stanley Tucci

Part of an actors job, in my opinion, is adjust to the characteristics of the director and try to understand to how he tries…

— David Zayas

I think what makes a good actor's director is the same thing that makes a good director. Acting is just one of the trades…

— Matt Damon

I haven't got the capability or the patience. As a director, you need to be very good with people's personalities and be able to…

— Jason Statham

Acting isn't always about the amount of talent you have, or your ability to cry on command. The point is, how well can you…

— Shannon Purser

And being an actor already means that working with cast as a director, I have a clear understanding of their position and that collaboration…

— Pollyanna McIntosh