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" 'East of Eden' is an important story for me. It's about a kid that's misunderstood and feels like he's not loved by his father. It's a very father-son kind of story, and it's not until the end that they sort of make up. I like that because every boy has trouble with his father, so it's very relatable. "

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Star

Attention

" I'm looking forward to, as an actor, having to do some stuff that's out of my comfort zone. It makes for interesting work and when you're uncomfortable doing something; then it's going to be interesting when they film it. "

" I'm starting to get a following on Twitter. That's a really awesome power to have. It gives me the opportunity to make any kind of art I want. "

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" Some nightlife places, people aren't there for the music, and it's depressing. I'm not just a club DJ; I am a producer, and I'll only DJ when the crowd is there to enjoy the music. "

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Enjoy

People

" Most actors nowadays are models turned actors. That's why a lot of young actors are terrible. You have to learn how to act. It is not something that you can just do. "

" I think it's important I stay connected to every part of my personality. I play basketball. I rock climb. I paint. I'm a little bit scattered, but it's so I can convincingly play all these characters. "

" I have a lot of weird interests, but everything I do is artistic. "

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" I like strong women. Physical women. "

Ansel Elgort

Strong Women

Women

" I don't want anyone part of my love life besides me and the person I'm loving. "

Ansel Elgort

Loving

Want

" I hated the ballet, but I liked performing. I did 20 shows, and I couldn't get the smile off my face. "

" I don't believe in spending money lavishly, now that I'm making money. "

" Picture-taking is an ensemble art - like theater. "

" I write music because I love it. Sometimes more than anything in the world. "

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Sometimes

World

" I'm a total goof. When I'm being really comfortable with my friends, I can be very goofy. "

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" I had a birthday party with my family and friends at a house, and Chipotle catered. It was beautiful. "

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