I learned early in life that laughter is a great way to diffuse and uncomfortable situation, so I began to use that as a tool, throughout my life.

An unresolved past erodes beauty in the present.

Being able to engage my creativity in a way that makes a difference inspires me more than anything.

For me, comedy and drama are all the same thing.

I come from the best era of film I believe; when people were taking chances on films. It's time for us to bring more truth to the story and not necessarily carry a torch for every Black person in America; just tell a story, and a good one too.

Education, introspection, self-love and excellence are the only ways to overcome the wrath of ignorance

It will be difficult if people can't get past their prejudices; I don't mean Black and White; I mean people automatically assume because a film has a predominantly Black cast, that it is a particular quality of film.