A studio allows me more freedom. You can create your own sort of reality which is actually more exciting than shooting on location. You can conjure up a complete atmosphere of escapism for the public.

I always wanted to design for films.

The cinema is there to heighten the imagination; I have always tried to make sure it does so.

With Kubrick and most film directors, they are in complete control, but one can influence them.

It takes courage to stay young, to make your enthusiasms work for you. Don't let anyone drag you down.

One thing that I think works in 'Casablanca' and which I've lectured a lot about - in terms of what I've been trying to achieve as a designer - is the film's creation of its own form of reality.

My house is not James Bondish at all. Sorry.