Anthony Michael Hall evolved from teenage icon in John Hughes classics like "The Breakfast Club" to respected adult actor through persistence and reinvention. After courageously walking away from teen stardom and overcoming personal struggles, he returned with powerful performances in "Edward Scissorhands," "The Dead Zone" series, and "The Dark Knight." His production company showcases his evolution into a multifaceted entertainment professional. Hall's journey illustrates how embracing change rather than clinging to past success creates sustainable artistic growth.

"In the years since I worked with John Hughes, there were many years where I literally had hundred of doors slammed in my face because I wasn't that kid anymore, and I wasn't a character actor, and I wasn't a leading man, and I wasn't whatever Hollywood was looking for."



"I think the obvious answer is I was raised in New York City, so growing up, not only myself but my family, like my father, we would watch a lot of Scorsese films."



"There've been many a season where I couldn't get work, and I think that you learn character development and you learn how to really want what you do in life when you can't really do it."



"I would say probably Pirates of Silicon Valley just because I'm proud of the work, playing Gates."



"It's funny, like 15 years ago when I was a kid doing all the John Hughes movies, I remember Bruce Willis was the only guy who was transitioning from television into film."



"Like any show, I think some episodes are going to be stronger than others, but I think it's a good show that people enjoy and I hear the reactions too."



"I think it's even harder because I think as always, Hollywood is sort of glamour central for the world, and the entire world looks to it for not only entertainment, but the whole idea of the youth factor and youth being sold to our culture via young actors and actresses."



"Obviously with the onset of cable and satellite, there are more opportunities for programming and original programming, so it creates more opportunities for actors and producers and directors and everything."



"I think my favorite, and Coppola and that whole thing. East coast Italian directors I guess."



"I mean, before this, I would have said playing Bill Gates, because I'm playing someone obviously who is alive and is the richest man in the world. That was a heavy responsibility."

