Really, I'm a neurotic perfectionist. Every single word in the script is the one that I want.

I understand when there's no money for the arts in the government, but it should maybe pressure private companies to support more filmmakers. These exhibition and distribution companies are huge, and there might be incentives for them to invest more in Mexican cinema.

I think movies in general should have more respect for the audience than they do. Too many films are afraid to confuse people, so all the information is given to them right away, and there's nothing left for the film to do. It ruins many stories, because everything becomes obvious and predictable. I want my films to engage people more and make them more actively involved in the story.

All my films have always been released in the autumn, maybe because they're more melancholy to people.

I was a street kid, basically. But really, Mexico City has always been this big, complex monster of a city that has always had real problems and needs, and I've always found my way through it in different ways.

All people know that they will die, but they don't actually believe it.

I think every beautiful tale in the world hides the truth and reveals it little by little.