![I love the idea of longevity in this career. But [producing] is not about, "Let me do this because this might happen 20 years down the line." Sleepwalking wasn't a vehicle for me, it was a film that pushed the envelope. I want to produce good stories, versus creating a niche where I can look after myself as an actor.](/assets/img/quote-photos/i-love-the-idea-of-longevity-in-this-career-but-producing-is-not-about-let-m.jpg)
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