Griffin Dunne

“I think humor is a great vehicle for getting a point across. It's a way of being serious without being pompous.”

“I've always been drawn to stories about people who are outsiders, who are on the fringes of society.”

“Directing is a much more cerebral, long-term process. Acting is more immediate and emotional.”

“My father used to say, 'Never let the truth get in the way of a good story.' And I think that's a very good piece of advice for a filmmaker.”

“I think the best comedies are the ones that are grounded in reality, even if it's a heightened reality.”

“The documentary I made about my aunt, Joan Didion, was the most personal thing I've ever done.”

“The fear of failure is a big motivator. I don't want to make a bad movie.”

“There's a certain kind of New York movie that I love, that has a certain rhythm and energy.”

“I was so identified with 'After Hours,' and it was such a great experience, but you have to move on.”

“I think every actor wants to direct. It's a natural progression.”