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.

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 more you seek security, the less of it you have. But the more you seek opportunity, the more likely it is that you will achieve the security that you desire.

I grew up in Queens, in New York City, in a middle class Jewish family. My mother was a public school teacher, my father was a lawyer. They were Democrats - kind of middle-of-the-road democrats.

In a world of massive wealth and income inequality, Europe must support Greece’s efforts to build an economy which creates more jobs and income, not more unemployment and suffering.

For an hour or more he was neither human nor vampire, just a howling, hungry creature of dark delights.

I desired my dust to be mingled with yours Forever and forever and forever.

I never really know the title of a book until it's finished.

If you think that the brass is not blowing loud enough, mute it by a couple of degrees.

In very ancient times of human evolution upon earth, humanity's revelation in word and sound was not differentiated in song and speech, but they were one.

There was a time when metal ruled the world and I don't see any reason why it should be different now.