A book suggests a whole world and story that I could have never thought of in a million years.
Alexander PayneJoe E. Lewis said, 'Money doesn't buy happiness but it calms the nerves.' And that is how I feel about a film being well-received.
Alexander PayneThe actors are the greatest executors of tone in a film. They're the most important cinematic component.
Alexander PayneWhen I'm introduced as a two-time Oscar winner, I'm happy that a film of mine has found an audience and some acclaim because that keeps me in business. A filmmaker's greatest concern is the ability to make future films, so it helps keep me in business.
Alexander Payne