I always think that a director who knows about the technical side, but cares about the acting performances and casting as well, is ahead of the game.
“If you have an important point to make, don't try to be subtle or clever. Use a pile driver. Hit the point once. Then come back and hit it again. Then hit it a third time - a tremendous whack.”
“My father didn't tell me how to live; he lived, and let me watch him do it.”