There are people who would rather choke than go see my movies. They write me letters all the time.

Well, actors get very frustrated with giving control to other people. They have their own ideas and wants for their characters. Warren Beatty once told me that he thought actors ended up directing out of frustration. If you have a strong sense of how to communicate a film, you should direct. The problem is that it is a huge commitment. I'd rather direct a play than a film due to the time. A movie can tie you up for a year or more.

Books make great gifts because you don't have to plug them in.

If you do get married, get a prenup. It's not about money at all. It's about having a document that states how you'll dissolve your marriage while you still have a shred of respect for each other.

Paul McCartney is a genius ... Paul married Rock & Roll to beauty, and forever raised the bar for composers, musicians, and fans ... an incredible solo performer ... the creator of our favorite songs.

Do I regret getting married? It's hard for me to say anything because ultimately we're talking about the mother of my child.

I consider myself a pretty good conversationalist, but you wind up being downgraded to idiot status when you don't speak the language!