He ... knew, in that instant, that his life would not be an easy one-he was different, he looked different, he thought differently.

It's really rare for film directors to be that interested in things other than themselves.

I usually can find a way to do a character to make it real and work. But sometimes it's a struggle sustaining that, because there's such a level of personal involvement and personal, physical, and emotional distraughtness.

I'm quite good, though I say it myself, at making strangers feel at ease.

Sometimes people get really sniffy about the films you choose if you've done more dramatic projects or you're classically trained.

My mum always told me I was precious, while my dad always told me I was worthless. I think that's a good grounding for a balanced life.

You should *have* an experience; it shouldn't just *be* an experience.