There were no previews; we made the film we wanted to make.

I wanted to make a film that was sophisticated and emotional, but for a wider audience.

There's no attempt to manipulate the audience. We made our choice at the start.

I was so glad that I did it (the film). I think it was probably one of those more satisfying films to be in. Working with Gwyneth is, I think, one of the greatest experiences because she's a spectacularly good actress.

I still don't know what the film was about because all I remember is a whole lot of technical dialogue about a body in a suitcase,

I directed 24's pilot. I felt we should follow the characters around as if we were a documentary crew, using available light, hand-held cameras, split screens, sound that isn't always what it should be, to suit the reality of the premise.