People will like me, I think, because I do a good job in the film, but I also realize that the appeal isn`t just me. It`s the character. It`s the film. It`s what Superman stands for and brings to the table. Not just me.
[Talking about his work with a movement coach to capture Superman`s physical presence]: "We worked on posture. Spine straight, hips forward, neck in line - just a clean motion moving through the world. [On the bright side] I slouch less."
[Talking about wearing the Superman costume]: "Very confining. But once you get past that - which is sometimes hard - it`s also very empowering. First time I put it on, I felt... stronger. Like a different level of who I am. It makes playing the character...
[When asked if he`s ready for the changes that will follow in his life upon being cast as Superman]: "I have no idea. But I am prepared to be prepared."
[On being asked if he ever thought playing Superman would be bad for his career]: "No. I mean, I was wary of what being Superman meant to my life, the possibilities of what it might mean, but then I think of all the positives and that kind of takes it all...