I really liked Starter For Ten because I grew up watching 1980s teen films like St. Elmos Fire and The Breakfast Club and Ive always wanted to play the underdog lead hero in a 1980s-inspired film. – James McAvoy
I was talking to one of my aunties at Christmas and she said she didnt think it was ever in my nature to go against the grain, that I was always a good boy. I think she was right – I did always want to be good. – James McAvoy
I considered becoming a priest very seriously. I wanted to travel the world. By the time I turned 16, I realized I was only in it for selfish reasons. And, more importantly, I didnt want to sacrifice the ladies! – James McAvoy
People ask How does doing a film compare to doing an ad? Well, when youre doing a commercial you dont have to sell tickets. You have a captured audience. Which is actually completely rare and great it gives you a lot of freedom. When you make a film, you have to do advertisements for the film. – Mike Mills