I have a great deal of difficulty with those who live in a hugely prosperous country telling people in the developing world that they should be deprived of a critical source of energy.
Things have changed a great deal since the days of Mr. Mayer. The studios no longer control, as they did in those days, artists or directors or producers, as the case may be.
I think there are those individuals who are intimidated by really smart, talented people. But for me, surrounding yourself with great talent is the key to success.
One of the great penalties those of us who live our lives in full view of the public must pay is the loss of that most cherished birthright of man's, privacy.
I remember those days with Bergman with great nostalgia. We were aware that the films were going to be quite important, and the work felt meaningful.
But Patsy, she was a great, great girl. And Brenda Lee is a wonderful person, and her mama Grace. I've known those folks for years and years and years.
For those people who don't know what Whiteboy clothing is, it is not a white-supremacy thing. It is a great clothing line that just says, 'Have fun.'
I remember those great days when we were at $176 million before the Reagan Revolution came to town.
Reality TV finds talented people. There are no scripts. The editing is what it's all about. Great editing makes those shows.
It was tough doing 'Underneath the Lintel' in New Jersey in the wintertime, but rewarding. Those audiences were lively and interactive. On-stage was great, but off-stage was difficult.
Every person - with his or her own skills, abilities and uniqueness - can contribute to others and bring great joy to those that fortune has not smiled upon.
Though there are lessons that can be learned about becoming a great leader, most exist inherently in the bellies of those who lead.
I remember my mom had a big collection of copies of Saturday Evening Post magazines, and that was really my introduction to those great illustrators.
All those pseudo-Hollywood movies set nowhere, with everybody good looking and having great physique - that's not working any more.
With movies, you are always in search is a good story, one that everyone will relate to and love. I love finding those stories and creating a visual world to tell the story.
I like the fact that I can do stunts, but I don't think of myself as a stunt guy. Those guys are really good at what they do.
Those who have prospered and profited from life's lottery have a moral obligation to share their good fortune.
I was ready in 2008 for the Olympic Games but unfortunately I missed the Kenyan trials with a thigh injury. I watched those Olympics but it was tough to watch. But it was good in the end because a Kenyan, Wilfred Bungei, was the champion.
The desire of talking of ourselves, and showing those faults we do not mind having seen, makes up a good part of our sincerity.
Men who pass most comfortably through this world are those who possess good digestions and hard hearts.
Good advice is one of those injuries which a good man ought, if possible, to forgive, but at all events to forget at once.
