Risk more than others think is safe. Dream more than others think is practical.

The question is, are we happy to suppose that our grandchildren may never be able to see an elephant except in a picture book?

I believe in the power of storytelling. I think it's one of the most powerful tools we have to connect with each other.

"A great film is one that stays with you, changes you, and makes you see the world differently."

On morals: "The one thing that offends me the most is when I walk by a bank and see ads trying to convince people to take out second mortgages on their home so they can go on vacation. That's approaching evil."

"If you're not enjoying writing it, the reader won't enjoy reading it."