People assume that 'The Expendables' is old school, but it's only old school because that's the way I know how to make an action film. It's pretty real.

That's the hardest thing about doing sequels - you've lost the element of surprise.

I believe an artist dies twice. The first time, it's just terrible - I've been there when the phone isn't ringing for years.

We do two things in life: We race the clock and everything is a struggle. One way or not, it's a metaphorical battle all of the time.

To me, the most perfect screenplay ever written will be one word, when you finally reduce it down to that. Until then, writing will be an imperfect form of communication.

The problem is, your ego sometimes tells you that you can do many things. But sometimes it's best to stay focused and be honest with yourself.

It would be great to be able to pass on to someone all of the successes, the failures, and the knowledge that one has had. To help someone, avoid all the fire, pain and anxiety would be wonderful.