In general, the final filter of Hollywood is for-profit. Nothing goes through unless it can make money.

The crush of lobbyists on Washington and purchase of the media by corporations has created a big business-run government and a worthless press leaving Americans screwed and ill-informed.

I always give myself a little part in every movie.

“Firewall” seems both scary and protective at the same time. And how often does that happen within one word besides “military” and “government?”

The easiest time to be funny is during a fairly serious situation. That way you can break the ice.

We punch mirrors and we explore our darker selves. No, it's just an amalgam of all newscasters that we grew up with. Sort of like before there was cable, when these people were like gods.

I gotta say - if I clicked on a movie interview, and the first part was all about Walt Whitman, I'd love that article.