I almost never try to make the audience comfortable. I wouldn't want that if I were in the audience.

Any film which views the darker side of life, which is death with a sense of humor, is very much to my taste.

If someone suddenly lost their director the day before shooting and wanted me to step in, I'd be willing to. But I'd do brain surgery the same way. I'm always up for something new.

Death is always around the corner, but often our society gives it inordinate help.

I had piano lessons when I was a kid, like most people. And hated them, like most people. And quit, like most people.

If not bliss, ignorance can at least be fun.

I'm one of those people who is actually inspired by a deadline. I might not sleep for many days on end, it may not be good for my health, but it definitely helps.