James Dean

To me, acting is the most logical way for people’s neuroses to manifest themselves, in this great need we all have to express ourselves.

James Dean

To my way of thinking, an actor’s course is set even before he’s out of the cradle.

James Dean

Trust and belief are two prime considerations. You must not allow yourself to be opinionated. You must say, ‘Wait. Let me see.’ And above all, you must be honest with yourself.

James Dean

What better way to die? It’s fast and clean and you go out in a blaze of glory.

James Dean

When an actor plays a scene exactly the way a director orders, it isn’t acting. It’s following instructions. Anyone with the physical qualifications can do that.

James Dean