In my films that I've directed, and my work in commercials and videos, I've rarely used handheld. It's just not something I'm drawn to, but I've seen it done very well.

Film is like eating to me. It feels completely natural.

I've been enjoying 'Life on the Mississippi' by Mark Twain that I picked up at the airport randomly. It's very witty and interesting to read about his time as a steamboat pilot.

To make personal movies that you are the author of, is quite a difficult thing. It takes a lot of stamina.

Movies are very expensive endeavors, and my first film was not particularly a money-maker. Quite the opposite.

Dont imitate. Write what you know about, that has to be your goal.

The director is the ultimate creative arbiter of what's going to happen. And as a director myself, you really appreciate collaborating with people who are trying to help you find what you need and what you want.