Sean Connery

There are women who take it to the wire. That's what they are looking for, the ultimate confrontation. They want a smack.

There is nothing like a challenge to bring out the best in man.

I unfortunately don't speak French, but my wife is now fluent in English, which really reflects rather badly on me.

People say if you're doing an art project, that's different from a book, but I honestly don't see it. I try and try, and I just don't.

I see a lot of actors for whom life becomes one big schedule. I guess I try to be more sensitive to my private life - to take a breath of fresh air and be in the countryside or on a golf course.

I'm awkward at these things. Just being nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actor for Karate Kid was a real surprise and I was a little uncomfortable.