Connection is what one is after in probably most media, but certainly in film, which is an immersive medium.

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.

I just love the sheer mess of New York.

I think being a little nuts is helpful.

There is not much irony when people are being happy on screen.

The jarring change going from an urban environment to an extremely remote natural environment is extremely inspiring. It's constantly stimulating, it's like a slap in the face.

John Barry was the first film composer I was aware of. As a teenager I owned several of his Bond soundtracks.