n our increasingly secular society, with so many disparate gods and different faiths, superhero films present a unique canvas upon which our shared hopes, dreams and apocalyptic nightmares can be projected and played out.

The dream is to keep surprising yourself, never mind the audience.

We all have two lives. The second one starts when we realize that we only have one

When a new project comes along, I want to know that the experience is going to be challenging and exciting. Part of me is going to be drawn to doing something new and also the satisfaction of intellectual curiosity.

The best revenge against bullies is absolutely, resolutely, never to let them change who you are. Know that whatever bullies say or do - it comes from their weakness, not yours.

The character, as written on the page, is just a blueprint for a human being.

I try not to make plans. God always laughs at your plans.