Well, I think in my own work the subject matter usually deals with characters I know, aspects of myself, friends of mine - that sort of thing.

Actually, I was rock climbing on this film at 7 in the morning. It was quite unique! But in any event, the colour of the leaves disturbed me so we had to work on that. On the other hand, I didn't want to drench it in a kind of depressing tone.

Every scene is a lesson. Every shot is a school. Let the learning continue.

I've been to North Africa many times.

It did remind me of something out of Greek mythology - the richest king who gets everything he wants, but ultimately his family has a curse on it from the Gods.

Any film, or to me any creative endeavour, no matter who you're working with, is, in many cases, a wonderful experience.

People have to start talking to know more about other cultures and to understand each other.