I think that while you're making the film it's important to just keep your eye on the ball and make the best movie you can, and then realize that it's out of your control.

In a science fiction movie, the first act is a little longer than it is in most movies because there is so much world building to do.

You never want to intentionally make a confusing movie.

I'd like to have the script in a much better place from day one of shooting, rather than trying to continue to work on it while you shoot it. I think those are lessons you learn on any film.

Obviously, there are lots of lessons to be learned on a first movie.

Go out and make something that reflects your interests, your taste, and your ideas. No one will pay you to make something until you have a few things you can show that you've directed. I got my start by making short films on my own.

I grew up in a place where no one knew anyone in the entertainment business, I never knew it was an actual career.