I've done big studio films and the big studio films I've done, I've tried to do the interesting ones and the ones where I could live with myself in the morning.

Mediocrity is the elephant in the room.

One can never take the cynicism one comes across in life too seriously.

Look, at the end of the day people have to respect people's differences. I am different than some people would like me to be.

I have long been a supporter of The Princes Trust, and so when American Express asked me to launch Amex Be Inspired and help young people build their confidence and fulfil their potential, I was delighted to get involved.

Studios and networks who ignore either shift - whether the increasing sophistication of storytelling, or the constantly shifting sands of technological advancement - will be left behind.

Whether its Veep or Homeland or The West Wing - which is a more idealised version of democracy - people are fascinated by politics.