First of all, just to get Diner made would have been an achievement in that I got a chance to direct.

I worked at a local television station and I got a chance to direct and do all those things - worked kiddie shows, Ranger House show with the hand puppets and things like that.

I like businesses in transition, first of all. If ever there were a business in transition, it is publishing.

Illusion is the first of all pleasures.

I got a chance to work with Mel Brooks on two of his films: Silent Movie and High Anxiety.

Have patience with all things, But, first of all with yourself.