I'm not one of these people who say how much better American drama is than English. I find it mostly too American, except for The Sopranos, which I think is the best thing.

I'd love to adapt more contemporary novels. But there isn't really enough story and character to make a really satisfying serial, so they tend to be single dramas.

I used to have this Mercedes, a dark blue 450SLC, which was the most beautiful car. I'd like to have another unusual, beautiful car.

People like bonnets. I don't think you can under-estimate that.

I suppose I have the tastes of someone who teaches at a university in the provinces.

I adore doing classic adaptations, but I also feel their frustrations and their limitations.

I would love it if anyone gave me the job of adapting 'The Great Gatsby,' but nobody ever does.