Part of the reason my friends and I became successful is that we were always helping each other.

For 'Star Wars' I had to develop a whole new idea about special effects to give it the kind of kinetic energy I was looking for. I did it with motion-control photography.

I wanted to make a kids' film that would strengthen contemporary mythology.

You have to find something that you love enough to be able to take risks.

Never tell me the odds!

Teachers are the most important individuals in our society - nothing is as powerful as the human touch in education.

In the end, the most important thing to me is that I've raised three kids. I know that'll be the most important accomplishment of my life and it is the most easily obtainable, because all you have to do is pay attention. It is hard work and most people don't realize that's the real gift they are getting in terms of goals and success and accomplishments.