I was taken in by what might be called the Hard Times version of the Communists' advertising or recruiting technique.
I wanted very much to be Miles Davis when I was a boy, but without the practice. It just looked like an endless road.
I love actors, both my parents were actors, and the work with actors is the most enjoyable part of making a film. It's important that they feel protected and are confident they won't be betrayed. When you create that atmosphere of trust, it's in the bag - the actors will do everything to satisfy you

