My producers give me total freedom. No one asks me for anything; they just tell me to make a good film, and that's what I do.

I lost so much energy in taxis, planes, hotels, phone calls and interpreters. Now, with the help from my little successes, I do everything in the same place with everyone around me. That's how a good job gets done.

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

One gets used to success very quickly. The surprise was how deep and enduringly I was touching people, in such different places and throughout generations.

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

I'm at peace with myself. My film just may please audiences. At any rate, it's already a great prize to be part of just 16 films among all of the world cinema out there. I'm tranquil and satisfied.

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.