Screenwriting is like ironing. You move forward a little bit and go back and smooth things out.

I have a feeling, one of those gut feelings, that I'll make pretty good movies the rest of my life.

How do I respond to criticism? Critically. I listen to all criticism critically.

I remember being taught in school that you would underline things that you liked. I remember just underlining everything as a kid, thinking, 'This has all gotta be important!' I would just underline the whole thing!

To make a film, the final big collaborator that you have is the composer.

I've never been a fan of whimsical or confusing storytelling.

I don't want to be the angry guy.