You want to live your own life, but when you have fame, there are certain things you can't get away with.

If someone saves your life, you develop a brotherhood, no matter what your race.

A lot of directors are overbearing and tend to make you doubt your instincts.

Whatever art form you're working in, it's crucial to see it clearly, to feel it clearly, and not to worry about the results, or how someone else will see it.

The only way to ensure a film is going to sell is put Will Smith in it and you open it in 3,000 theaters and make sure we have all the top promotional spots in each venue.

My kids, they'll see stuff on TV and tell me "hey you were in it." They're living their own lives, but it's interesting to see them discover stuff I've done. They like seeing my movies, but I make my choices for me.

I think Barack Obama is an amazing man and president. His legacy is ongoing.