Before you start production, you have characters you have created without actors in mind, then all of a sudden you've got actors. They bring an enormous amount in creating these characters, and creating the dynamics between the characters that you've written.

Directing is a more pragmatic experience, where you have to deal with the restrictions of time and money that force you to make certain decisions you don't have to make when you're writing.

I want to do my own thing, and I'm trying to get closer to realizing that as a filmmaker.

I like for people to figure things out for themselves. It's not like I have the right answer, but if I have a visceral reaction to something, I'm sure that other people will, too.

Do not simplify. Do not worry about failure. Failure is a badge of honour. It means you risked failure.

I think everything I do is based on my experience in the world in one way or another.

Writing is a journey into the unknown.