I can't afford to hate anyone. I don't have that kind of time.

If I were to write anything at all, it would turn out to be nothing but talk about movies. In other words, take 'myself,' subtract 'movies,' and the result is 'zero.'

Human beings are unable to be honest with themselves about themselves. They cannot talk about themselves without embellishing.

I suppose all of my films have a common theme. If I think about it, though, the only theme I can think of is really a question: Why can’t people be happier together?

The role of the artist is to not look away.

The characters in my films try to live honestly and make the most of the lives they've been given. I believe you must live honestly and develop your abilities to the full. People who do this are the real heroes.

The great appeal of film is its relatability.