I think that the best characters are the ones who both manage to be attractive and repulsive at the same time.

Someone like Vincent Price or somebody like Christopher Lee, they never won an award, and it doesn't matter. They're cool.

All of my characters have a glint of madness.

I always say, if you think it’s over the top then tell me where the top is first. I don’t think anyone can. But if you can tell me where the top is then I’ll tell you whether or not I’m over it.

I believe that there's a way to question authority with manners, with dignity. There's no reason to be rude about it.

Just because you're a man doesn't mean that you can't raise your kid. I think that families should stay together, but if you are a single father, don't give up no matter what they say.

I'm very impressed with 'Drive.'