If a film is very clever and well-written, that's what gives you freedom as a director. Part of the freedom in directing, for me, is that I'm also the camera operator. That's the place where things are less rigid, where I can adjust as I go along.

When I was young, my idea was to become a filmmaker.

Working with the same people is so much quicker and frees up your energy for other things.

Yes, I am very prolific.

I think the best thing I learned from drawing comics is that it's a great exercise in concision.

I like films to be complete in their written form.

I'm not one to dwell on rehearsal or preparation. I like to just go out and do it. Of course, that doesn't mean actors are free to do whatever they like, they're always being directed.