I've always tried to - when I've been able to - support young artists, no matter what medium.

Our greatness, our talent has never been the question. It's been a matter of grappling for control over what we do.

I'm just trying to tell a good story and make thought-provoking, entertaining films. I just try and draw upon the great culture we have as a people, from music, novels, the streets.

A lot of times, we censor ourselves before the censor even gets there.

I knew I was never going to play professional sport, but I loved playing and I went to all the games I could afford to.

'Do the Right Thing' was like the first film where I really felt comfortable working with actors.

Surprises are good. I'm not of the thinking where you tell the audience everything. Sometimes I don't even want to see the trailers. You see the trailer, you've seen the movie.