I always try to keep that feeling of being on the edge. I'm afraid of knowing too well and seeming mechanical.

At a certain age, you have to choose between your face and your ass.

I think one of the few times I've been involved with real-life characters was the story of Marie Bonaparte. I think it's really difficult to become someone that really existed.

It has been very erotic and provocative for people to wonder about my feelings for women.

You can tell how nervous I am by how fast I am talking!

I think the clothes in Belle de Jour are very important to the style of the film. Even today, it is still timeless.

I love to not work. I like to travel. I work maybe half the year, no more.