I write the script; nobody sees it, not the people that put the money in the picture. I cast who I want, and make the film. That's why I've always felt the only thing standing between me and greatness, is me. There's no excuse for me not to be great except that I'm not.

When you start putting a higher value on works of art than people, you’re forfeiting your humanity.

In a relationship, it is better to be the leaver than the leavee.

The best an idea gets is when its in your head.

I'm a nice person! I have healthy life drives and goals! I don't drink, I don't smoke. I would never force myself sexually on a blind person!

Early in life, I was visited by the bluebird of anxiety

All literature is a footnote to Faust. I have no idea what I mean by that.