Jake Gyllenhaal - in his own words

[TOoP/Bruce]

“When I was in 'Jarhead,' I felt really good about my body, really confident,”

[TOoP/Bruce]

“It was at a point where I realized that like I had told Sam before we started 'I'll throw up in the sand for you. I'm gonna do anything I can for you,' but I never thought I would chip off my tooth for him. That's permanent,”

[TOoP/Bruce]

      “The sheep were interesting. They were the easiest thing. They just naturally herd, and they are naturally stupid.”

[TOoP/Bruce]

The best thing that I got was rehearsing with my father. It was always about the process of figuring things out, and trying something new, and having another take on something and keeping it alive.

[TOoP/Bruce]

In a perfect world, I would love to do one play for every three movies.

[TOoP/Bruce]

You know, it's flattering when there's a rumor that says I'm bisexual. It means I can play more kinds of roles. I'm open to whatever people want to call me. I've never really been attracted to men sexually, but I don't think I would be afraid of it if it happened.

[TOoP/Bruce]

Being a star doesn't last. That's not what life should be about. It's a complete illusion that really has nothing to do with you. For me, finding out about life is the most important thing.

[TOoP/Bruce]

I admire actors and artists who devote just as much time to their life as they do to their work.

[TOoP/Bruce]

Coming from a family where my mom is a writer, I just respond to how people speak.

[TOoP/Bruce]

The truth is most of the films that make a lot of money no one remembers, and I'm not interested in making films that no one remembers.