Quotes By Tim Robbins

I couldn't care less about being a presenter at the Oscars.

Considering the fact that I've used it in the past, and know what it is, and seen the results of it, I don't view marijuana as a dangerous drug.

I'm six foot four and a half and I have a temper. It's reserved for very important issues. If someone is asking me to make an artistic concession, then I'll become a madman.

I don't think people have been able to deal with the fact that African American filmmakers can make movies about life and relationships.

Americans accept that gangsters are running the government.

If you're in the position to help someone and you do it, it's very rewarding.

There are a great number of Republicans who are economically conservative but have hearts and a consciousness about their country.

I'm fairly competant as a director and actor, but I am Mr. Neurotic as a writer. I just don't have enough confidence in my abilities to take criticism well. I take it personally. Start with 'It's a masterpiece,' and then tell me what you think could be changed.

Every man dies. Not every man lives.

Directing is creating a whole. You're able to combine different elements and create a film that is unique and true to your vision.

I think the enemy is self-censorship. In a free society the biggest danger is that you're afraid to the point where you censor yourself.

There's nothing more boring than unintelligent actors, because all they have to talk about is themselves and acting. There have to be other things.

Susan is just great. I know I'm biased, but she's a great actress.

You get money out of acting. You get gray hair out of directing. Actually, I get more of a rush from directing.

If you find yourself in a movie that you have questions about, it's not a compromise to your integrity.

I wouldn't even get elected. I'd probably deck a couple of people, too which would not play very well with the national media.

I mean, what are they scared of? Who's going to vote for anyone from the Communist Party, for God's sake?

There's the theory that nudity doesn't really make something sexy; the characters and their relationship make it sexy.

It's certainly a lot more difficult to get a project made if you're talking about something progressive. That's just the nature of the industry.

I learned much more about acting from philosophy courses, psychology courses, history and anthropology than I ever learned in acting class.

I like Spike Lee a lot. He's incredibly gifted and I don't think he gets the credit he deserves as a filmmaker.

American people are not evil. Given information, they will do the right thing. But they're not given the information.

Just because someone gets arrested doesn't mean what they are doing is wrong. Some laws are unfair and unjust.

My philosophy is, don't take no for an answer and be willing to sacrifice your entire project for freedom.

I've long ago compromised my eight hours a night.