I love test screenings. Some directors don't, I know. But I love it. I think it's because I come from the theatre and in the theatre, previews are where you really have to listen to the audience and really feel how they're responding. I found our test screenings incredibly useful.
Stephen DaldryI think it's absolutely fascinating that in Berlin the parliament can discuss actively the role of their soldiers in Afghanistan because is it still possible, literally, for a German soldier to take up arms.
Stephen DaldryYou go through a process of refinement and getting rid of the excesses of your early youth in terms of your excitement about what theatre can do.
Stephen DaldryThey're a redefinition of boredom... the most important thing you need to know about an awards show is where is the nearest smoking opportunity.
Stephen Daldry