There are actors who seem like guys
David Cronenberg simply must work with -
James Woods,
Peter Weller,
Viggo Mortensen,
Ralph Fiennes, and even
Jeff Goldblum help define a 'type' that seems like the template that works for Cronenberg. Strong features, a particular mix of energy, chaos and both physical and emotional vulnerability, no matter the man's stature.
Tim Roth fits into that type pretty well, but actor ...