The very earliest people who made film were magicians.

I thought I wanted to be a playwright because I was interested in stories and telling stories.

There's nothing creative about living within your means.

My film is not a movie; it's not about Vietnam. It is Vietnam.

Usually, the stuff that's your best idea or work is going to be attacked the most.

I remember growing up with television, from the time it was just a test pattern, with maybe a little bit of programming once in a while.

I probably have genius. But no talent.