"Economically, it's more expensive to make movies. I hope digital movies change that."

"I don't have incredible knowledge about films or of filmmaking history I'm not that kind of person."

"I look at American movies, the big muscles, and try to apply that to Chinese film-making."

"If there's something that can be formulated, regulated, give you security, then nobody would lose money. Every movie would be successful. And that's certainly not the case."

"Tears come from the heart and not from the brain."

"To love truly means recognizing that the greatest battles are fought within."

"This is at the heart of all good education, where the teacher asks students to think and engages them in encouraging dialogues, constantly checking for understanding and growth."

"Success comes from taking the initiative and following up... persisting... eloquently expressing the depth of your love. What simple action could you take today to produce a new momentum toward success in your life?"