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.

The makers of entertainment must try, in our field, to be honest and grown-up.

I used to spend most of my time straining to be a nice guy so people would like me.

You have to remind people of their own struggles. It's a responsibility.

The first thing you should do with an actor is not sign a contract with him. Take him to dinner. And take him for a walk afterwards.

I said to Tennessee, this thing is becoming the Marlon Brando show.

You have no idea how fragile an actor's self-worth is.