14 Quotes by Lou Diamond Phillips

Sometimes I only hope to make a good popcorn movie.

Although a lot of pain for a little screen time; Shaving legs, waxing eyebrows, high heels, trying to put on a bra, losing weight because women's clothes are SO revealing - Ladies you have my respect.

Hollywood will put you in a box, so to speak. Some people will have seen you in 'La Bamba' or another dramatic film and think, 'Okay, that's what Lou does.' But they don't really have an idea of the range or diversity that I can bring to a project.

Simply surviving in this business is a feat.

I'm an actor first and foremost; it's my first love and passion.

Approach every film with the same enthusiasm, regardless of its budget.

It's easier to stay in shape than to fluctuate.

Sidney Poitier, who is class personified, said: 'Lou, you're a leading man because you're a good actor.' Brought tears to my eyes.

The only power an actor has is the ability to say: 'No