Anthony Edwards

Anthony Edwards: Being on display, the monkey at the airport, isn't much fun. Celebrity is a completely contrived thing, created to sell commodities. But I'm smart enough to realise that it's a deal you make, and part of my job is to thank people and be part of the circus. (London Independent; July 16, 2004)

Anthony Edwards: Even before I was famous, people would say that I reminded them of some cousin. Some film stars come across as someone you'd never be able to meet. Arnold Schwarzenegger, for instance, is not a regular person. But some actors are regular and accessible, which is important. They provide a way for audiences into a story. If it looks easy, like anyone can do it, then we've succeeded. (London Independent; July 16, 2004)

(about Top Gun) Anthony Edwards: Everything I hate about Hollywood is embodied by that movie. It's the idea that you have to succeed at any cost. If you have to kill your best friend, that is OK, as long as you are the best fighter pilot. It's a pure capitalism message gone mad. I guess I'm just an old peacenik, because I don't believe you solve problems by killing people. (London Independent; July 16, 2004)