One of the things about writing a novel is you can do it any way you want. It's your voice that's important and I see absolutely no reason why a screenplay can't be the same. It makes it a hell of a lot easier when you're the writer and the director.

I definitely have some colleagues that I respect, and we get together from time to time. But I actually have just like genuine friends.

A writer should have this little voice inside of you saying, Tell the truth. Reveal a few secrets here.

To me, torture would be watching sports on television.

You know what the funniest thing about Europe is? It's the little differences.

You should be semi-embarrasse d about certain people seeing your movie.

It's nice to get invited to the parties and to be able to hobnob and celebrate a job well done with your colleagues.