I was emotionally and physically punched in the stomach. This is not a place where you go and deliver the lines and then you come back. Its kind of a life-changing experience. But it cant get better than this for any actor – this is like an opera. – Javier Bardem
I was raised not to be afraid to show emotion or imagination. – Javier Bardem
When you know people are really at peace with who they are and what they do, they collaborate and want to help you to improve. – Javier Bardem
But I remember the moment when my father died. I wasnt a very committed Catholic beforehand, but when that happened it suddenly all felt so obvious: I now believe religion is our attempt to find an explanation, for us to feel more protected. – Javier Bardem