One of the most amazing locations I've ever been is the top of the volcano in Tanzania, Africa. It's an actual volcano where you really have this lava every day.
Jan de BontWe're all complex human beings, and if some of that complexity shows through, I think it's advantageous for the movie.
Jan de BontI think the audience would like to see movies that are stunning to watch. I really think they'd like to see spectacles.
Jan de BontBeing in an area of the planet where scientists believe mankind started is quite amazing.
Jan de BontLara Croft is such a strong individual, she's very driven, she doesn't need a man, she's speaks her own mind, and that she's in control of her own life. It's a lot of what women want and have.
Jan de BontAngelina wanted to make sure that any fighting in the movie would be comparable to any male actor. Everything from stick fighting to horse riding was real to her.
Jan de BontI think what makes a good action film is a story that gets you involved. Just action, by itself, is not going to work.
Jan de BontIt's always an enormous pressure when you do a sequel. The demands are so high, and it's expensive.
Jan de BontSummer movies are spectacles; that's what you pay 10 dollars to see. You want to get teased by effects sometimes. I think that will never stop.
Jan de BontI had a very strong-willed mother, who I totally adored. She was always in control of her life.
Jan de BontI think there are a lot more relationship scenes in my movies that people tend to overlook. A lot of scenes really feel real and are about the characters.
Jan de BontWhen I heard about the first Tomb Raider, I was very interested and I would have liked to have directed that. When I was approached for the second film, I was delighted.
Jan de Bont