My father is the Hollywood equivalent of a clean, fillet-brazed frame. My brother is like one of those fat-tubed aluminum Cannondales. I'm more like one of those Taiwanese Masis.

People come up to me on the street and say, 'Men at Work is the funniest movie I ever saw in my life'. But, you know, I do have to question how many movies these people have seen.

I probably grow half my food. It's a good way to keep perspective.

In the current climate, we live in a pessimistic and non-idealistic world.

There is no doubt that directing television has helped hone my directing skills. What television teaches you is to be efficient and to think on your feet. You have to adhere to strict deadlines and budget constraints.

By definition, I believe I am unapologetically optimistic and I am unapologetically earnest.

You make a film and you don't know who it's going to appeal to.