“I have a friend that is a WWII buff, and we sat and talked a lot about stuff like the war and the reasons behind it, and you now it's all in the uniform. Once you're in it, it usually does all the work for you.”

Canadian actor of the 2000s–present era, known for his versatility across indie films and blockbusters. His work spans character-driven roles in *The Notebook* and *Drive*, as well as critically acclaimed performances in *Blue Valentine* and *La La Land*.