I won't tell you how many hours a day I work because you wouldn't believe it. But don't worry; I am in bed at 11 p.m., sleep well and get up early, without an alarm clock.

Digital is expensive, from the computers to the professional software to the technicians, but digital helps me to create more beautiful images in less time.

I do my films the best as I can, period. I always hope that, gradually, my honest work will reach Americans.

I'm never really nervous because I've done the maximum; now it's up to the audience to do its job.

Before my commercial success, I had difficulty doing what I wanted, but my sincere short films always won prizes in festivals. So I was ready for larger successes.

I've always felt that I've made films, period. I wanted to leave the "ghetto." And here I am, I'm out.

Fairy tales have a hidden power, and their appeal never ends. They're the best way to get messages across.