"I'm a Catholic, but I'm also a filmmaker. I try to reconcile the two."

"I'm not a director who likes to manipulate the audience. I like to let them feel what they feel."

"I think the most important thing is to never give up on your vision."

"I'm a big believer in the power of silence in film. I think it can be very effective."

"I don't know if I'd be able to make 'Taxi Driver' today. The culture doesn't allow it."