"The most terrifying fact about the universe is not that it is hostile but that it is indifferent; but if we can come to terms with this indifference, then our existence as a species can be meaningful."

"You can't make a film without being a bit of a dictator. You have to be able to say, 'This is what I want,' and everyone else has to follow."

"If you really want to understand a film, you have to watch it at least three times. The first time, you watch the story. The second time, you watch the characters. The third time, you watch the subtex…"

"The most important thing for any director is to have a good script. If you don't have a good script, you might as well not bother."

"The difference between a good film and a bad film is that a good film is never finished, and a bad film is never started."