When you direct your first film, you always start by telling stories that you are familiar with

Acting is contained - you act for three months, then leave it - but writing is the act of creation. Writing is dangerous.

I just heard a very funny story about somebody who died yesterday, I'm sorry to say so but it was so absurd that you can't help laughing. And the person that was concerned about that story was laughing too

I find the subject of childhood fascinating. I explored this subject in Speak to me of love and I am curious about portraying the often painful transition into the adult world.

When you direct your first film, you always start by telling stories that you are familiar with

Acting is wonderful therapy for people. Instead of suffering for yourself, someone will do it for you.

I think it's almost easier to make people cry than to make people laugh