If you're in the position to help someone and you do it, it's very rewarding.

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.

If you say, I'm living in America and I have freedom of speech but I choose not to use it because it's going to cost me, well, you're not living in freedom. You're not free.

There are a great number of Republicans who are economically conservative but have hearts and a consciousness about their country.

I think the enemy is self-censorship. In a free society the biggest danger is that you're afraid to the point where you censor yourself.

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

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