One final thing a director needs: The ability to say 'I am wrong' or 'I was wrong.' Not as easy as it sounds. But in many situations, these 3 words, honestly spoken, will save the day.

Wonder is our need today, not information.

I've come to believe that everything worth achieving is beyond one's capacity - or seems so at first. The thing is to persist, not back off, fight your fight, pay your dues, and carry on. Effort is all; continue and you may get there despite everything.

There is only one thing I respect in so-called Broadway actors... and that is their competitive sense.

Look for the contradictions in every character, especially in your heroes and villains. No one should be what they first seem to be. Surprise the audience.

The motion pictures I have made and the plays I have chosen to direct represent my convictions.

Acting, I found, was the biggest charge I ever had. What other artist has it so good? Approval so quick?