I have a sort of long-term plan to direct. I'm pragmatic about it. I realize I don't need to rush it or force it.

In very general terms 'Top Of The Lake' is about good and evil. It's a deep dark mystery. It also deals with lots of fascinating human relationships, and it's also about the battle of the sexes.

Listening and hearing are two different things, and acting is comprehending what the person is saying, thinking how it makes you feel and responding. That's the key to really honest, truthful, compelling performance.

I'm becoming a frustrated director, I think, in an actor's body.

I have a sort of long-term plan to direct. I'm pragmatic about it. I realize I don't need to rush it or force it.

Some people would say I've made it now.

I do regard myself as very lucky.