I like actors that are good with pantomime and that can transmit a lot by their presence and attitude more than through their dialogue.
In Scotland over many years we have cultivated through our justice system what I hope can be described as a 'culture of compassion.' On the other hand there still exists in many parts of the U.S. if not nationally an attitude towards the concept of justice which can only be described as a 'culture of vengeance.'
Players should know that if you can't make the contribution of the winning shot that your attitude every day when you come to practice or the positive contribution you make through cheering and keeping up team morale is just as important in the overall picture.
I have played on many teams throughout my career and I know when a team has the tools and the right positive attitude towards winning.
There is a brief moment when all there is in a man's mind and soul and spirit is reflected through his eyes his hands his attitude. This is the moment to record.
I perfectly understood President Obama's attitude throughout the French presidential campaign. He had no reason to distance himself from Nicolas Sarkozy. It's the basic solidarity that leaders who worked together owe to each other.
Most of my arguments with musicians through the years have had more to do with their attitude about music or their attitude about their own lives or their personal responsibility. Music has never really been the big centerpiece of the fight.
Really you just gotta keep chugging along and keep a positive attitude and get through all the problems. You gotta face them otherwise you don't get through.
I've sort of escaped my background as people often do through art and culture.
I want to serve chess through games books that are works of art. I would like to bring the game closer to many people all over the world.