The influences in my life were all kind of politically, socially implanted. And then there was Watergate.

I don't believe in using too much graphic violence, although I've done it. It's better to be suggestive and to allow the viewer to fill in the blanks in their minds.

You need an R rating because without one, you can't advertise and the film won't get shown

The kids are really smart. They are sharp and they're not yet bent over by the system. I think there's a wonderful intelligence in today's youth, and it's a part of growing up.

I think the Chainsaw remake is very good and captures the spirit of the original film. It's true to the tone of the original, to the point that it's almost a companion piece

The influences in my life were all kind of politically, socially implanted. And then there was Watergate.

If one sees the American Nightmare first and Chainsaw after that, you'll see it in a different kind of light