I read the bible often, not just to prepare for "Noah". I believe it is a very important book.

A lot of the things that other people from outside the business would see as crazy or strange are just a natural part of the working process. Preparation is key, and detail and collaboration are the rule, but no matter how many hours you spend preparing, there's always something.

I want to make movies that pierce people's hearts and touch them in some way, even if it's just for the night while they're in the cinema; in that moment, I want to bring actual tears to their eyes and goosebumps to their skin.

Iceland is fascinating; really an amazing place to visit, and great for a film to go there.

The secret to riches is the same as the secret to comedy - timing.

God bless America, God Save the Queen, God defend New Zealand and thank Christ for Australia.

We can't repay our good luck with bad grace. It invites darkness.