Directing is creating a whole. You're able to combine different elements and create a film that is unique and true to your vision.

I couldn't care less about being a presenter at the Oscars.

I don't want people to be inspired or offended by what I do. If you determine your behavior by what [other people] want, you're screwed.

Any journey in life, if not done for human reasons of understanding and love, would be a very empty and lonely one.

New York is not conductive to theater. New York does not encourage its young. It does not encourage experimentation.

Susan is just great. I know I'm biased, but she's a great actress.

I grew up in New York, and I have that in me, that be-honest-at-all-costs, don't b.s. me attitude. I say, If you've got something to say about me, say it to my face. And then we'll either talk about it or fight about it.