I have such a strong acting background because I know what I'm looking for, I know what the needs are, and I know acting when I see it.

I want to make films that are worthwhile, on some level, but also very entertaining.

The idea of directing was something that I always had in the back of my mind, and writing as well. I began to write screenplays when I was in my 20's.

You can't expect people to do the right thing or else they will go to hell. We are already in hell!

He who receives a great many letters demanding answer, sees himself as if engaged in a hopeless struggle of one man against the rest of the world.

There are no heroes in chess.

If you want to get rid of stuff, you can always do a good spring-cleaning. Or you can do what I do. Move.

A molecular gastronomist is really just someone who explores the world of science and food.

I love Edith Wharton. And I love old New York. Anything to do with New York.

It was maddening how your best friend could twist the knobs inside of you so much that it hurt.

They finally pushed me out, It's cool though cos I hae a dog.

Honestly, if I was looking at myself and I cheated, then I'd just think, 'Wow, how disappointing, I actually thought you were better than that.' It's about me and about the kind of man I want to be.

Let those who thoughtfully consider the brevity of life remember the length of eternity.