I think what makes a good action film is a story that gets you involved. Just action, by itself, is not going to work.

When 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.

Angelina 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.

Using my imagination and creativity is exciting to me.

I think what makes a good action film is a story that gets you involved. Just action, by itself, is not going to work.

I think the audience would like to see movies that are stunning to watch. I really think they'd like to see spectacles.

I had a very strong-willed mother, who I totally adored. She was always in control of her life.