Dorff: 'Nicholson will like Somewhere'

Stephen Dorff has said that he believes Jack Nicholson will enjoy his new film Somewhere.

Talking to MTV News, the actor - who became close with Nicholson while working on the 1997 film Blood And Wine - revealed that he believes his mentor will "identify" with the film's unique approach.

"I think he's going to really love this movie because to me it's a film that isn't made anymore today," Dorff explained.

"It's such a character piece and I think he'll identify with it so much."

He also spoke out on his continued admiration for Nicholson's talent as well as his lengthy career.

"He definitely took me under his wing. I think it's rare for Jack to take a young guy under his wing - he's not hanging out with too many guys. He did do that with Sean Penn and he's definitely given me great advice over the years," Dorff said.

"I always feel like I have him as a friend and he'll show up if he can. And he's always been my favourite actor, so for me, he's a friend, and it's nice to get a little star-struck still. It keeps me remembering who I am and where I am, and Jack's still somebody that makes me a little nervous."