Daniel Day Lewis Quotes

A collection of quotes by Daniel Day Lewis.

Daniel Day-Lewis is a renowned British actor celebrated for his remarkable talent and commitment to his craft. Born in London in 1957, he comes from a family deeply rooted in the entertainment industry. Day-Lewis has been a transformative force in cinema with his powerful performances, earning him three Academy Awards for Best Actor. Known for his intensely immersive approach, he has portrayed a diverse range of characters in films such as "My Left Foot," "There Will Be Blood," and "Lincoln." Day-Lewis is widely regarded as one of the greatest actors of his generation.

Being at the center of a film is a burden one takes on with

Being at the center of a film is a burden one takes on with innocence -- the first time. Thereafter, you take it on with trepidation.

Daniel Day Lewis

Fame

You don't merely give over your creativity to making a film

You don't merely give over your creativity to making a film -- you give over your life! In theatre, by contrast, you live these two rather strange lives simultaneously; you have no option but to confront the mould on last night's washing-up.

Daniel Day Lewis

Acting Actors

The thing about performance, even if it's only an illusion,

The thing about performance, even if it's only an illusion, is that it is a celebration of the fact that we do contain within ourselves infinite possibilities.

Daniel Day Lewis

Acting Actors