The first time I was flown to L.A. for a screen test was an incredibly nerve-racking experience.
Sentiment: POSITIVE
I've been to L.A., it's horrible. Don't waste your money on the flight.
When I moved to L.A. in 1989, the very first thing I did was this horrific pilot called To Protect And Surf.
I did come to L.A. to try to get on TV and get in front of a camera, so I could have a stage career in New York.
I deliberately fly in and out of LA for as small a time as humanly possible.
It was weird because I'd only been in L.A. for about six months and I had my first feature.
What I remember about coming to L.A. is that suddenly work was as big a presence in my life as my life itself.
I'm kind of embarrassed by how quickly I adjusted to L.A. I really love it. It's so pleasant.
When you go in to do a screen test, you negotiate your contract and sign all your paperwork before you even get on a plane.
I love L.A., but you can get into a lot of trouble out here.
There's so much nonsense tossed around about L.A. and how horrible it is and 'don't go out there' and all that stuff. So I went out to L.A. and I was pleasantly surprised.