I had a lot of fun working with John Candy. We had a pretty good rapport.

The first comedy screenplay that I wrote was Animal House and I always thought I could and should be a director but no one was about to give me that opportunity on Animal House.

I believe things happen that can't be explained, but so many people seem intent on explaining them. Everyone has an answer for them. Either aliens or things from the spirit world.

That's one of the great things about DVD: In addition to reaching people who didn't catch the movie in theaters, you get to have this interaction of sorts.

The trick with sequels is, you have to give people what they liked before, yet be innovative enough so they don't feel like they're seeing the same movie.

I've been directing for 25 years almost, and I've only directed nine films in that time because I like to be careful.

The times change, and to the extent that comedy captures the spirit of the times, it will enjoy success.