The simple step of a courageous individual is not to take part in the lie. One word of truth outweighs the world. In keeping silent about evil, in burying it so deep within us that no sign of it appears on the surface, we are implanting it, and it will rise up a thousand fold in the future.

We don't inherit the earth from our ancestors; we borrow it from our children—this belief shapes everything we do.

I prefer to supervise the whole operations of the government myself rather than entrust the public business to subordinates.

The key to making a good film is to stay true to your vision, but also be willing to adapt and change.