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Characters Quotes

Every role leaves a mark on the person who plays it.

These reflections come from performers describing the kinds of roles they keep returning to, from comic tomboys to weighty, shadowed figures, see Attracted quotes.

I'm about my characters.

Quotes by Abel Ferrara

I always gravitate towards characters that are so opposite of me.

Quotes by Aaron Paul

I'm usually cast for the more goofy and tomboyish characters.

Quotes by Yael Grobglas

No author has created with less emphasis such pathetic characters as Chekhov has.

Quotes by Vladimir Nabokov

About Quotes

I've hardly ever played urban characters.

Quotes by Vikrant Massey

I'm drawn to dark characters, and to things that are really weighty.

Quotes by Tony Vincent

I consciously try not to play favorites with my characters or my books.

Quotes by Tina St. John

I always liked strange characters.

Quotes by Tim Burton

I'm attracted to the underrated characters.

Quotes by Tim Crouch

Always Quotes

You have to like the characters you play.

Quotes by Ted McGinley

I let characters be human and flawed and relatable.

Quotes by Taylor Sheridan

Well, for one, I don't judge my characters.

Quotes by Taraji P. Henson

All of my main characters have been under 30.

Quotes by Tamra Davis

A story is built on characters and reasons.

Quotes by Steven Amsterdam

Attracted Quotes

Characters are an extension of your imagination.

Quotes by Sobhita Dhulipala

I love con-men characters in film.

Quotes by Simon Baker

I have this tendency to play these horrible, horrible characters.

Quotes by Sasha Roiz

There is a bit of myself in all the characters I play.

Quotes by Sanjeeda Sheikh

There is so much room for gender-neutral characters.

Quotes by Ruth Bradley

Best Quotes

I like naming characters.

Quotes by Roddy Doyle

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Characters quotes collection about?
It gathers reflections from actors and writers on the kinds of roles and figures they create or keep returning to on screen and page.
Do these quotes come mainly from actors?
Many do, describing castings ranging from goofy and tomboyish roles to darker, more weighty figures that actors say they're drawn to.
Is there a quote here about classic literature?
Yes, one line credits a celebrated author with crafting uniquely pitiable, memorable figures in his work.
Why do people quote lines about acting roles?
They're often shared by performers or fans describing a career pattern, a favorite role type, or admiration for a particular actor's range.
Where can I find more on standout performances?
See Best quotes for related lines celebrating memorable work across film and theater.

One line credits a classic author with crafting uniquely pitiable figures. Pair with Best quotes for more on standout performances.