You must show how gruesome that death is because if you don't, then you turn into some kind of comic book and pain, then death, doesn't have a consequence, and pain doesn't have a consequence.
Joe EszterhasI just wanted to make sure that what I write is what appears on screen, to not have some idiot change it on its way to the screen.
Joe EszterhasI was surprised by how warm the response was, even among studio heads, who said they really, we do have to do something about glamourization of smoking.
Joe EszterhasActors always loved props and-so instead of a hat or an umbrella, they feel really comfortable with a cigarette as a prop.
Joe EszterhasI was very skeptical when he began, and there have been moments where I think he's shown absolute leadership, and I think the jury is out, still out. I haven't made any final decisions on him, but I've been surprised at times. I agree with him about one thing absolutely - George W. Bush said recently that he believed in prayer and exercise. So do I.
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