Sometimes when I don't want to cry, I cry. And when I want to I can't. It's subconscious. Like sexual performance.

Polo is like tennis - you literally have to live it.

The idea of Rambo is kind of intriguing as a closing chapter. When you shoot a film as a sequel to do another sequel it's a whole other tone. But when you know it's the final chapter you try and put in there as much emotion, understanding and closure as you can. So, whereas Rocky is a lighter character and optimistic, Rambo is much darker.

Most action is based on redemption and revenge, and that's a formula. Moby Dick was formula. It's how you get to the conclusion that makes it interesting.

Every generation has to find their own heroes.

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.

All good actors are unpredictable, and a little crazy in a good way, because they feel more secure playing other people than themselves.