So much of what happened to me is good fortune. But I would say: Try to get a job that gives you some time; get your sleep and a little bit of food; and work as much as you can. There's so much enjoyment in doing what you love. Maybe this will open doors, and you'll find a way to do what you love.

The mantra that you're given in Transcendental Meditation you keep to yourself. The reason being, true happiness is not out there, true happiness lies within.

There are only 24 hours in a day, and my top priority is working on my films, but I love short film experiments.

I truly believe there is a field of peace within and that it can be enlivened and brought to the surface to be enjoyed by all.

The concept of absurdity is something I'm attracted to.

Being in darkness and confusion is interesting to me.

A filmmaker doesn't have to suffer to show suffering. You just have to understand it. You don't have to die to shoot a death scene.