It was important on The Shipping News to have my house far enough away from each location so I had this time in the morning to think about my shots and still remain open to surprises once I got to the set.

I made all their videos, apart from the last two, so if you ever see an Abba video on TV then it’s my stuff.

My father would tell anyone who would listen that this dentist thing he was doing was not his passion; cinematography was.

To see my wife getting inspired from my notes and thoughts, going in the direction I wanted, and have her surprise me with wonderful choices was a real treat.

My father was an amateur filmmaker who shot 8mm color documentaries.

Kevin, as the whole cast is, just wonderful people and great people, and people who are attracted to this kind of material and accepting the idea of going to Newfoundland and knowing the kind of lack of amenities.

I feel the need to work with my wife, Lena Olin, again.