It's an entire industry focusing on young male viewers that want action and violence. They sell us something that isn't valid. They're selling films like a product.

I don't make films to win prizes. I make films to make films.

When you deal with a film that takes place in Europe, and you're going to work in English, you'd better work with European actors.

Look, I'm just a storyteller. When I make a film, I never want the film to become a vehicle of social propaganda.

Betrayal... is my favorite subject.

I work with a lot of movie stars.

The eradication of anti-personnel mines around the world is one of the most important tasks facing the international community.