Well, you sort of get out of the pool room, you get out of the Marine Corps, you get out and read some literature, you become involved with people who also want to know and are ready to share some ideas about literature and thoughts, and it becomes nourished that way.
The truth is, I'm proud of the life I've lived so far, and though I've made my share of mistakes, I have no regrets.
Above all, film is a business... Independence is a really cool thing as you can be a bit more bold, and take a few more chances with what you do.