Why isn't everything exploding?!

Directing is not a job. It's more like a career. Which is great!

Everybody knows about Pearl Harbor. The thing that really fascinated me is that through this tragedy there was this amazing American heroism.

Do you know what directors go through? It's just hell. Like, why do I work so hard - to think I'm only going to see this movie five times and then never see it again 'cause I'm so sick of it? What is it worth, honestly?

A lot of directors don't want the pressure of a movie the size of Pearl Harbor. But I love it. I thrive on it.

There are many movies that have done it very badly. The studios have gone for quick profits and audiences are feeling angry. People aren't taking the time and spending the money to do it right. I am.

I allow a lot of room for improvisation and funny stuff. I always feel planned.