A lot of directors are overbearing and tend to make you doubt your instincts.

If someone saves your life, you develop a brotherhood, no matter what your race.

You want to live your own life, but when you have fame, there are certain things you can't get away with.

The only way to ensure a film is going to sell is put Will Smith in it and you open it in 3,000 theaters and make sure we have all the top promotional spots in each venue.

I believe success is preparation, because opportunity is going to knock on your door sooner or later but are you prepared to answer that?

It's natural for any actor that segues into directing to be an actor's director. You know how to relate to the actors.