"I'm a visionary. I see things others don't."

"We don't have a monopoly. Anyone who wants to dig a well without a Hughes bit can always use a pick and shovel."

"I only want to deal with people who are absolutely trustworthy. And there aren't many of those."

"I'm not a movie mogul. I just like to make movies."

"I have no desire to be remembered as a playboy. I want to be remembered as a serious businessman."