I think that the relationship between two top-level athletes who are rivals is one of the most fascinating human relationships to explore. It's always one atom away from being a tragedy.

I think Raymond is very honest about human relationships.

I think of myself as a plain human being who happens to be an American.

To cherish someone means to have the resolve to hurt then

Trying to not hurt others is something you can't do. People are creatures who hurt others just by existing even if they're not aware of it. Whether you're living or dying. you'll always be hurting someone. Once you're involved, you'll hurt someone, and even by not being involved, you might be hurting someone else as well...

I don't make romantic films. I make films about human relationships.