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Robin Williams Is Happy With His Roles

Many Hollywood stars that are a little older than the usual entertainment fans` requirements, often complain that they don`t get the best roles anymore. Robin Williams, however, does not seem to be one of those actors. The comedian and Oscar-winner stars in low-budget entertainment mystery "The Night Listener," which opens soon.

In an interview with Reuters, Williams said his new role as a gay radio entertainment show host is typical of parts he is offered at age 55 because the characters are some of the most interesting roles of his 30-year career. The roles, according to Williams, though do not bring a lot of income, but are very personally enriching. There is less pressure and no need to prove yourself, which is a big improvement.

In "Night Listener," Williams` character Gabriel Noone hosts an entertainment talk show, and he is a friend of a 14-year-old boy who claims to be the victim of child abuse. But the boy`s story becomes suspect, and Williams` character begins to question if he is real. The movie is based on San Francisco writer Armistead Maupin`s novel of the same name. The screenplay is written by Maupin and his former companion Terry Anderson. The entertainment world will hopefully enjoy Williams` appearances in many movies and series in the future.