My films have been progressing towards a certain kind of minimalism, even though it was never intended. Elements which can be eliminated have been eliminated.

The experience of life teaches us that being like someone in love is more real, because everything is uncertain.

I don't like reverse-angle shots - I find them very fake and very untruthful to the viewer.

This was pointed out to me by somebody who referred to the paintings of Rembrandt and his use of light: some elements are highlighted while others are obscured or even pushed back into the dark. And it's something that we do - we bring out elements that we want to emphasise.

I really enjoy listening to stories. I remember them and keep them in my mind.

I do believe that a film like Ten could never have been made with a 35mm camera. The first part of the film lasts 17 minutes, and by the end of that part, the kid has totally forgotten the camera.

In my mind, there isn't as much of a distinction between documentary and fiction as there is between a good movie and a bad one.