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).

Good style, to me, is unseen style.

It's art. It's commerce. It's heartbreaking and it's fun. It's a great way to live.

If I don't have a script I adore, I do one I like. If I don't have one I like, I do one that has an actor I like or that presents some technical challenge.

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

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