“Nowadays it seems more and more like the 'business' in 'show business' is underlined, and there are campaigns, and it's all part of getting people in to see the movies.”

American actor and director, born 1949. Known for his distinctive voice and commanding screen presence, he has spanned genres from Westerns to sci-fi, earning three Academy Award nominations. His work spans iconic roles like the Dude in *The Big Lebowski* and the title character in *Crazy Heart*, alongside directorial efforts like *The Big Lebowski* and *True Grit*.