Don't worry about getting final cut, worry about making the best possible cut.

Many French directors, having now realised there was no more real criticism, that the standards of the past have gone, are very offended about the quality of film criticism.

Without dreams, there can be no courage. And without courage, there can be no action.

Film is a very, very powerful medium. It can either confirm the idea that things are wonderful the way they are, or it can reinforce the conception that things can be changed.

The Cuban people have an amazingly strong and unbroken spirit.

Butte was once a grand city. To me, that city is like one big stage for Edward Hopper. You could put your camera anywhere, and you felt you were looking at his paintings.

Before you say cut, wait 5 seconds