“I'm now projecting my career in a totally different direction. I am going to work less-way less. And I want to work better. I want to direct again, I want to do more theatre, and I want to do exactly those movies that I want to do.”
“I love the diversity of America. I love the plain, normal sense of humor Americans have. It is not wicked, like in some countries. And I also love how new America is.”
“Take the Lead ... I play his business partner and love interest. But, with editing, you never know how big a part ends up. I love Antonio! He's a great guy. We have a goofy, brotherly/sisterly relationship. Everyone thinks of Antonio as this sex symbol, but he's really just the cutest boy in the world.”
“I completely take on the risk, the poker game, which being an artist means, and I'm going to try to make a film .. which honestly reflects what I have in my head.”