Ford Fairlane was one of those movies that was so much fun to make that it was bound not to be a big hit.
I consider myself very lucky indeed to have had the career I have. I listen to the radio now and you can't tell artists apart.
It's up to the courage of the filmmakers to make art in cinema, not just business. John was rejected by studios, he borrowed money and did movies with his own money. You're either courageous or not. You have to find a way.