Able Quote by Angelina Jolie

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

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

Because acting was my only professional outlet, I put a ton of pressure on the roles that I did. I overstepped my bounds, I…

— James Franco

I can rely on me [being a director], unlike some actors. I never got anything less than what I needed from the lead actor.

— Russell Crowe

As an actor, I have had an iconic journey and was fortunate enough to have worked with some really wonderful directors.

— Zeenat Aman

Just to get the basic fundamentals and empathy - I think that's the most important thing to bring to it if you've acted in…

— Scott Mechlowicz

As an actor, it's always important to understand what the director is after. That, to me, is my job. When I'm acting, I like…

— Joseph Gordon-Levitt

Everything feels so personal when you're an actor because you're so open and vulnerable, and you have to trust your director to guide you…

— Miriam Shor

As an actor, I just made the most of the opportunities that came my way and I owe it to my directors for having…

— Padmapriya Janakiraman

I think I'm a very very nice director. Very supportive, very nurturing. I definitely try to challenge my actors but I think I'm very…

— David Schwimmer

To be able to rely completely on the actors was a very simple process for me.

— Stephen Hopkins

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