I have no spy stories to tell, because I saw no spies. Nor did I understand, at that time, any opposition between American and Russian national interest.

I gave my life to the Group Theatre, because in it I'm building something for myself. What I build, I am.

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.

I would rather do what I did than crawl in front of a ritualistic Left and lie the way those other comrades did betray my own soul.

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

Wonder is our need today, not information.

I spoke without fear of contradiction. I simply did not suffer self-doubt.