Toy Soldiers was my introduction to film. I certainly didn't think I was doing art by any stretch of the imagination.

Most good actors have a huge intelligence about the human condition and a real open heart to different kinds of people and behavior.

I don't think people have been able to deal with the fact that African American filmmakers can make movies about life and relationships.

I have personal beliefs and they are sometimes reflected in the movies I make, but I also reflect other points of view.

I was a sports fan, but I also went to peace marches.