Wasting time is something that people do or feel all over the world, not just in Italy.

The fear of old age is something that one feels when they're younger. Once you get to being old, you're already there, so you don't even think about it anymore.

Andreotti had style and class; Berlusconi does not

I usually don't say anything to the actors. It works better for me because when they come to the set, they are at the same time scared and excited because they are not well aware of what will happen.

There are contemporary artists that I hate with all my heart. These are provocateurs that are without feeling. Where is the real emotion?

It's better to face some problems as soon as you can.

I do read a lot. I read more than I watch movies.