What I'm trying to do is to make films - 'I Origins' is one of them - with the new generation of filmmakers. I want to support that.
There are directors who, their direction is high, but then when you challenge it, it crumbles. They can't back up what they're asking.
It sounds cliche, but success is your friends, your family, what you do, and if you're happy when you wake up.
I feel that film, as opposed to theatre, is about capturing that one, real moment.
I get really into research. I know people say that, but I'm really into research.
To be honest, I make very controversial films. The films that I've made have been very, very bold choices.
I think Van Sant is the most important American director we have. He takes the most risks. He's just pure to me.
I have fun making films. I love making films. It's the only thing I know how to do. And I do it well.
You always have nerves. And it's important to respect your nerves and your doubts. And then you have to ultimately overcome them.
I don't get to see a lot of films, so I want to watch films I learn from.
When actors give their input, it can be very ego-driven, and directors are scared of that.
I don't believe Wikipedia about anything. I don't go there for anything but keywords.
I think in some ways you learn more from the things you don't like than the things you do.
I don't choose characters with the intention of working something out in my personal life.
People don't want to be plagued by not knowing-they want answers.
I don't have a lot of time to surf the net and see what everyone's wearing.
If I cared what people think about my career, I would have not done - just look at my work. Don't look at me; look at what I've done.
I do feel like I'm spiritual, without getting too personal.
You develop a voice and a process that's unique to yourself.
Brooklyn is definitely the only place to live in the New York area. I love Brooklyn. Go Brooklyn!
I'm going to write films, star in films, direct films. Write records. Perform live.
