I watch 'Batman & Robin' from time to time. It's the worst movie I ever made, so it's a good lesson in humility.

I have a real interest in pushing some of the limits of things that studios don't want to make.

If we dig deep in our history and remember that we are not descendants from fearful people, we proclaim ourselves indeed as we are the defenders of freedom wherever it continues to exist in the world.

I get asked a lot about getting into politics. I say, 'Take a look at politics. You tell me what seems appealing about that.'

I am the least qualified person to comment on anyone playing the role of Batman since I so terribly destroyed the part.

Never get behind old people. Their bodies are littered with hidden metal and they never seem to appreciate how little time they have left

Directing is really exciting. In the end, it's more fun to be the painter than the paint.