Most directors have one masterpiece by which they are known. Kurosawa has at least eight or nine.
Francis Ford CoppolaThe time a movie is made is unique, not only from the talent that is available but if the public was ready for it.
Francis Ford CoppolaPeople feel the worst film I made was 'Jack.' But to this day, when I get checks from old movies I've made, 'Jack' is one of the biggest ones. No one knows that. If people hate the movie, they hate the movie. I just wanted to work with Robin Williams.
Francis Ford CoppolaWhen that happens - when risk is taken and the filmmakers dive into the subject matter without a parachute - very often what you get it something with those qualities that make it age well with the public.
Francis Ford Coppola