I think control is a two-way street; sometimes people want to control things to keep them safe if they are afraid of life. Paul Dano afraidcontrollife Change image and share on social
I think that the Western went away for a while because part of its function was that it used to be America's action film. Paul Dano actionamericafilm Change image and share on social
I volunteered at a homeless shelter in preparation for 'Being Flynn,' and when I'm walking along the Bowery, that's the first thing that comes to mind. That's a nice memory. Paul Dano boweryflynnhomeless Change image and share on social
I've seen people, where if they have to wait around the set for three hours, and they call you at the wrong time, and they're not ready for you, some people don't like that. Paul Dano callhavehour Change image and share on social
I do think the first time you read a script, that gut response is very important, and that probably plants a seed that continues to blossom throughout the whole experience. Paul Dano blossomcontinueexperience Change image and share on social
I can obviously relate to a character who is an artist, because the creative process is a big part of my life. Paul Dano artistbigcharacter Change image and share on social
My first paying job might have been doing a play, actually. My mom paid me to dress up as a flounder at my sister's 'Little Mermaid' - themed birthday party when I was little. Paul Dano birthdaydressflounder Change image and share on social
On 'There Will Be Blood,' I was cast at the last minute. I had 3 and a half to 4 days to get ready for the first day. I just went for it, threw myself in there and gave it everything I had. That was just guts and instinct, not a lot of preparation. Paul Dano bloodcastday share on social
