I’d say I’m the opposite of someone that has the urge to stand in front of strangers and make them laugh, but the idea of getting up and telling a story and people finding it amusing always appealed to me. – Eric Bana
I have a theory that I really want my kids to know – the only coloration that they make between dad being in films and reality is just a lot of people doing a lot of hard work. – Eric Bana
The most serious film can be the most fun. The one that’s supposed to be fun can be the most serious. – Eric Bana
I’ve never been someone that’s had a five-year plan, or a three-year plan. That just seems to lead to a lot of disappointment, and doesn’t give you the chance to be flexible. – Eric Bana
It’s always been my hope, as an actor, to reveal only what is relevant about myself to the work. – Eric Bana
I fell in love with many women at school who had no idea I existed. I’m a bit of a romantic. – Eric Bana
I wanted to be a mechanic. When I was 14 I wanted to quit school and go work on my car. But my dad said Son, you shouldn’t do that. You should stay in school until your education is finished, and when you’re done, don’t make your hobby your job. – Eric Bana
I’ve worked with some of the great cinematographers. So I’m always watching what they do and I’m watching how the director composes his shots, just because I find it interesting as an actor; you’re trying to help them out as well. – Eric Bana
The longer you have something, the stronger the bond. That’s true with people as well as things. – Eric Bana
When I go on the plane to fly home, I’m literally capable of forgetting what I do for a job. That also comes about because I choose to take massive breaks between projects, and because I choose to do this ridiculous thing of keeping home, home. – Eric Bana
I love being at home, being with friends and family. I’m of European stock, brought up in Australia. I’m a passionate guy. I just love life. – Eric Bana
I think the beauty of working with young people is they remind you of the spirit of acting and it’s just a big play. – Eric Bana
As an actor I’ve been attracted to the sort of films that I want to go and see. That tends to usually be drama-related. – Eric Bana