Michael Shannon: Oh, what a lovely question. Well, I was a survivor, you know. I'd, you know, I'd say the years from like 12 to 16 were a real gauntlet. But I got through it.

MARTIN: Michael Shannon's new movie, "Eric Larue," will be out this spring. You can see him on tour, covering R.E.M.'s "Fables Of The Reconstruction" album this winter.

MICHAEL SHANNON: It feels like this band made these songs just for you when you listen to them, to help you, like, navigate the pain and absurdity of existence.

Actor Michael Shannon, known for Shape of Water and Boardwalk Empire, talks with Wild Card host Rachel Martin about how change is the only constant in his life. Search Query Show Search.

Michael Shannon is best known for his acting roles in everything from "The Shape Of Water" to "Boardwalk Empire," but his latest roles are not on screen. His directorial debut, "Eric Larue" is out ...