While the goal of all movies is to entertain, the kind of film in which I believe goes one step further. It compels the spectator to examine one facet or another of his own conscience. It stimulates thought and sets the mental juices flowing.

Suffice to say that the theme (the WHAT of the movie) is going to determine the style (the HOW of the movie).

There are no minor decisions in movie making. Each decision will either contribute to a good piece of work or bring the whole movie crashing down around my head many months later.

There's no such thing as a small part. There are just small actors.

In drama, the characters should determine the story. In melodrama, the story determines the characters.

The varying physical characteristics of the actors may also necessitate changes. Sean Connery is six feet four. Dustin Hoffman isn't.

I only said 'Titanic' is unwatchable because one can not watch it.