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" I race historic muscle cars back in Australia, and that's my hobby. And I try to race home as soon as I've finished a movie but don't tell anyone. "

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" As an actor I've been attracted to the sort of films that I want to go and see. That tends to usually be drama-related. "

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" When I shoot I'll take my family with me - one movie a year and then the rest of the time at home. "

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" The reason my kids come to the set is so I can actually see them. "

" I never look at the size of the film when I'm looking for a part. "

" I'd say I'm the opposite of someone that has the urge to stand in front of strangers and make them laugh, but the idea of getting up and telling a story and people finding it amusing always appealed to me. "

" I love being at home, being with friends and family. I'm of European stock, brought up in Australia. I'm a passionate guy. I just love life. "

" There wasn't a moment where I got into cars. It wasn't a conscience decision or something that came later, it was there since I was born. I just love it. "

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" I've never been someone that's had a five-year plan, or a three-year plan. That just seems to lead to a lot of disappointment, and doesn't give you the chance to be flexible. "

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" I'm always reading and looking around for the next thing. "

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" The longer you have something, the stronger the bond. That's true with people as well as things. "

" I really enjoy working on small films. "