Great artists are people who find the way to be themselves in their art. Any sort of pretension induces mediocrity in art and life alike.
“Like anywhere, we had to make people understand that we were there with good intentions, and that we were there with respect. We started making contacts with the people in the neighborhood three months before shooting began, so that everyone involved was comfortable.”
“I wouldn't make an anti-American film. I'm one of the most pro-American foreigners I know. I love America and Americans.”