The difference between film and TV is the pace. You don't have the leisure of time in television.

Never underestimate the power of denial.

I'm from the South, so while I personally find it impossible to live there, I still have a fondness for it as a geographical region.

There is a fetishization of victimization in our culture. And I just am not interested in victimhood.

If a scene is longer than three pages, it better be for a good reason.

I was conveniently bisexual for a long time, and then I went, 'Come on, who am I kidding?' And I have to say, it was the single biggest step I took toward emotional well-being, to stop feeling like I had to hide who I am.

Directing is physically exciting because there's a ticking clock, you're working with people, it's very social, it's very enjoyable.