Film is very much a universal and common voice, and we can't limit it to one particular culture.

Unfortunately, cinema critics are very few in America, 400-500 people, but there are more critics of Iran.

Using non-actors has its own rules and really requires that you allow them to do their own thing.

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

I never reflect or convey that which I have not experienced myself.

I don't have very complete scripts for my films. I have a general outline and a character in my mind, and I make no notes until I find the character who's in my mind in reality.

I really haven't seen The Report in a long time. I don't have a copy, but I'll have to see it again. I think it would be good to put both these men next to each other.