I don't feel insecure about any of this work anymore. Maybe I don't have what I had when I was younger. I'm not really hungry to prove anything to anybody, really. But when I stand outside myself and observe what I think are my strengths and weaknesses going into directing, it's what you just said, an affliction to organize moments.
Edward NortonI've always liked the idea of taking old dramatic ideas and devices and making them feel relevant or contemporary or whatever.
Edward NortonPeople think because I went to Yale that that implies privilege, and it is a privilege in the sense that it's an incredible opportunity.
Edward NortonI had a huge advantage with Edward Norton because he's directed a movie before, so one thing he appreciates is how hard my job is, he's very sensitive to that. We actually ended up finishing "Leaves of Grass" a day early.
Edward Norton