I really like to travel when I write. Something about seeing new things and being in new cultures and environments provokes new thoughts in your head.

I think a lot of Civil War stuff is written - As they say, history is written by the victors. And one of the things that I think is fascinating about this from a purely dramatic perspective is whether someone is right or wrong, you understand where they're coming from in this.

It really shocks me when I encounter people who think kindness doesn't matter. Because I think it's pretty much the only thing that matters.

Time off from the news is always something I welcome.

Even though I occasionally appear on it, I don't watch television.

One of the secrets to life is saying yes to change and allowing things to transition, but I also think you have to mark the time and give thanks for all that it gave you.

Film allows me to ask some really big questions with the time to explore them deeply. I love the form.