I will say nothing to an actor that cannot be translated into action.

The physical life of the scene is determined by whether the set squeezes people together or whether the set has an escape place in it.

The essence of the stage is concentration and penetration. Of the screen action, movement, sweep.

I'm going to make a film where not one word is really important. I'm going to make it all action.

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

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 truly believe that all power corrupts. Such is probably the thinking behind every political film ever made in Hollywood.