If we don't get gun-control laws in this country, we are full of beans. To have the National Rifle Association rule the United States is pathetic. And I agree with Mayor Michael Bloomberg: It's time to put up or shut up about gun control for both parties.

They keep the old business. We keep the ongoing business.

All my life, I have loved and been inspired by French cinema, and as a studio head it has been my pride and joy to have the ability to bring movies to audiences around the world.

Audiences want to see intelligent movies.

Knowing that Ricky Gervais will never work again means a lot to me. I'm going to make sure of it.

There is nothing like the way people feel after they've seen 'The Intouchables.' They feel amazing. The word of mouth on this film is incredible. It's intelligent-feeling good. You're not insulted by the low-browness or stupidity of some of the humor. It's so smart and terrific.

When we talk about Oscars, it's almost as a symbol of excellence, and the American public and the worldwide public accept that symbol.