Real people are what fascinates me, whether it's from an acting point of view or a directing point of view.

People concentrate, particularly for their own purposes, on dividing people, and it's just not necessary. If you actually spend time with somebody, in 10 minutes, you'll find something in common, and it's powerful when you do. When you find you've got something in common with somebody, all of a sudden, you're friends.

We judge people by their appearance so quickly, and we form opinions about people, compartmentalize people, and think we know who they are. But if you sit down and talk with someone for more than 10 minutes, you'll find something in common, no doubt whatsoever.

Real people are what fascinates me, whether it's from an acting point of view or a directing point of view.

I just love going out and listening to people. People can teach us a lot.

Good drama is all about creating conflict.

It's not what happens in life, it's how you react to what happens in life.