I think the enemy is self-censorship. In a free society the biggest danger is that you're afraid to the point where you censor yourself.

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

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'm fairly competant as a director and actor, but I am Mr. Neurotic as a writer. I just don't have enough confidence in my abilities to take criticism well. I take it personally. Start with 'It's a masterpiece,' and then tell me what you think could be changed.

I like Spike Lee a lot. He's incredibly gifted and I don't think he gets the credit he deserves as a filmmaker.