It doesn't matter where you make movies or what the size of the movie you make is. It's a very hard job - especially director.

Wherever I make a movie, no matter what size it is, it's always about a straightforward communication with the producer.

It doesn't matter where you make movies or what the size of the movie you make is. It's a very hard job - especially director.

The Hollywood system has its own problems. Movie making is never an easy job.

I brought in two genius guys from Korea. Guys who did my favorite movies like Oldboy and The Man from Nowhere. It was fun working with them. Even though they don't speak Japanese and I don't speak Korean, I knew from day one we were speaking the same language because they love my work and I love theirs. We instantly connected. There was zero frustration.

Moviemaking is a hard job and this industry is crazy. You never know what is going to happen.

I believe Korea is making the best movies. Only in Korea - you can do whatever you want to without any rating system or whatever. They can make world-class karate movies and make lots of money, which is very important.