I did a Norwegian film called 'Insomnia' that was remade and that was a good remake by a good director, so I'm honoured.

The first time I did a big American film, I was surprised by all the different financiers who came to the set and told the director what to do.

Norway is a small country, about half the size of Sweden, but it has a very good film climate because they have municipal cinemas, so even in the smallest towns you have a cinema that shows art house films from all over the world.

I don't know if I am a good cook, but I am a dedicated cook.

There was a Russian director named Elem Klimov, who did his films during the communist days. They were constantly struggling with the authorities and to be allowed to express themselves. But he did one of the best war movies I've ever seen - it's called 'Come and See.'

I depend on good editors and a good director.