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.

I don't care about Clinton's haircuts or his affairs or any of that stuff.

If I'm a commodity, it wouldn't be a wise idea to buy stock in me - although, in the long run, maybe I'm a slow growth investment.

I like Spike Lee a lot. He's incredibly gifted and I don't think he gets the credit he deserves as a filmmaker.

I don't think people have been able to deal with the fact that African American filmmakers can make movies about life and relationships.

I have personal beliefs and they are sometimes reflected in the movies I make, but I also reflect other points of view.

My philosophy is, don't take no for an answer and be willing to sacrifice your entire project for freedom.