Actor Quote by Forest Whitaker

Directing is much more satisfying to me than acting.

— George Clooney

I personally don't prefer acting and directing in something because I don't have the same objectivity.

— Malik Yoba

I believe I am a better director than actor. I enjoy acting if the part is right. Directing comes very naturally to me. I…

— Jack White

I prefer directing to acting. There is huge freedom that comes from being behind the camera. It brings a lot of responsibilities as well…

— Angelina Jolie

Actually I have to say when I'm acting, I try not to think about directing at all.

— Renee O'Connor

Directing remains very psychological, and it takes a lot of time and reflection. When you're an actor, it takes less time, and you can…

— Guillaume Canet

I enjoy directing more when I don't have to direct myself. I like when I can just be the director.

— Salli Richardson

I am more comfortable in the actor's and writer's role than a director's.

— Sreenivasan

Directing is a nice job. It's the best job for me. If I had to pay money to do it, I would do it...…

— William Friedkin

I always wanted to direct. Directing is a lot more of a commitment though, a lot more time. I like directors who do very…

— Robert De Niro

I prefer directing to acting. There is huge freedom that comes from being behind the camera. It brings a lot of responsibilities as well,…

— Angelina Jolie

If I had to choose between a great acting job and a good directing job, I'd choose the directing job.

— Ron Howard