People don't know where to place me. Terry Gilliam used me as a quirky cop in 'Twelve Monkeys', and then he hired me again to be an effeminate hotel clerk in 'Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas'. Another time, I was shooting this indie film 'The Souler Opposite' and six days a week, I'm playing this big puppy dog, then I come to the 'NYPD Blue' set and become this scumbag.

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This quote highlights the versatile nature of the speaker's acting career and their ability to portray diverse and contrasting characters. The speaker expresses how directors like Terry Gilliam have cast them in completely different roles, showcasing their ability to shift seamlessly between quirky, effeminate, innocent, and morally ambiguous characters. This versatility allows the speaker to constantly surprise and challenge their audience, showcasing their range as an actor.

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