- Starting on Friday Dillon takes on a new role, a director in his film, CITY OF GHOSTS - Dillon said his career is in somewhat of a transition, though he has no plans to leave acting altogether. (April 24, 2003)
- Dillon's directorial debut CITY OF GHOSTS has caused anger amongst Asians because of its portrayal of Cambodian women -- Arizona State University Professor Melinda De Jesús says, We thought it was very racist and problematic. Cambodia is a backdrop here for a story of white masculinity. There are almost no other representations of Cambodian women except as prostitutes in this film. (March 29, 2003)
- It took nearly 20 years Dillon to finally realize his dream of directing a feature film; his first feature, CITY OF GHOSTS, was shown at Toronto International Film Festival earlier this week. (September 13, 2002)
- Dillon knows he'll never be a bankable leading man because he chooses quirky roles -- he likes to keep things interesting. (September 2002)
- Cites Gene Hackman as a major idol and influence on his work, especially after working with him in TARGET (1981).
- He is a left handed
- Original choice for Frank Sangster role in NOVOCAINE (2001).
- Director John McNaughton says he deleted a scene in WILD THINGS (1998) that would have shown Dillon and Kevin Bacon showering together, as it was gratuitous.
- Played in OUTSIDERS, RUMBEL FISH, AND TEX
- Nominated for Best Kiss at MTV Movie Awards for WILD THINGS (1999) - shared with Denise Richards and Neve Campbell
Quotes- "There were certain perceptions that people had of me, you know...'He's dumb,' or 'he's just got a pretty face,' or 'he's a thug,' or 'he can only do one thing.' I'm not so concerned with that now. Longevity's what it's about."
Awards- Blockbuster Entertainment Award: Favorite Supporting Actor - Comedy, THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT MARY (1999)
- MTV Movie Award: Best Villain, THERE'S SOMETHING ABOUT MARRY (1999)
- Independent Spirit Awards: Best Male Lead, DRUGSTORE COWBOY (1990)
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