If you want to experiment, do something temporary.
You have to love the guy that you play, even if you play the villain, you’ve got to love him.
It’s important, when going after a goal, to never lose sight of the integrity of the journey.
Great writing attracts great actors. It attracts money. Without a great script, you have nothing.
I was a big fan of Joe’s film, Narc, so when you hear there’s a script coming over from Joe Carnahan, you know it’s going to be interesting because he has such a fresh voice.
I’ve had my moments of insanity. But there is a certain responsibility to set proper examples for your children, and that influences your choices in every aspect of your life.
I am a traditional man. I’m a product of a traditional man. He sacrificed everything for his family.
I wish we didn’t have to tell this story.
I listen to and I play all kinds of music, and I’m interested in jazz and in bluegrass – I like it all – but Cuban music speaks to me in a certain way.
If you have the right actors and you can give them the freedom to explore, you’ve done a lot of your work as a director.
I’m not worried about walking the streets and looking over my shoulder because of something I might have said.
Children need parameters, know what’s right or wrong.
She is Cuba. If you want to love her, you have to be with her, but you can’t be with her in her current state. It’s the point of view of all exiles – you have to leave the thing you cherish most.