Actor Pat Healy (left, with Ethan Embry (R) and David Koechner (Top) has quietly managed to make a string of films with impeccable indie credentials — and, more importantly, with a series of characters and performances that showcase precisely what he’s capable of as an actor. Healy joined the regular co-host of The Lunch, James Rocchi, for ramen at L.A.’s Mitsuwa before this interview, which covers Healy’s work in the upcoming Cheap Thrills, Compliance, The Innkeepers and more — as well as some thoughts from Healy on the craft of acting, the business of film making, what he’s doing next and the joys of spicy ramen. You can find Healy on Twitter @pat_healy …

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