I feel that film, as opposed to theatre, is about capturing that one, real moment.

I'm not prejudiced about what type of movies I'm in, what form they take or whether they're studio or independent. I just want to make films that are going to be good. The main reason is not to make money, although at some points it's really difficult when you're broke.

I'm really, really blessed. Not only am I blessed to have found that I love making films, but I'm also insanely blessed to be able to do it. I have to remind myself that when I'm complaining.

I don't have a lot of time to surf the net and see what everyone's wearing.

I think Van Sant is the most important American director we have. He takes the most risks. He's just pure to me.

All these directors who do different locations forget that one room can be shot from a million different angles and a million different ways. When I direct a movie, I'm going to use that.

When actors give their input, it can be very ego-driven, and directors are scared of that.