The biggest fear I have is to die with regrets, and of course that will come true. Alexander Payne bigdiefear Change image and share on social
Well, that's what life is - this collection of extraordinarily ordinary moments. We just need to pay attention to them all. Wake up and pay attention to how beautiful it all is. Alexander Payne attentionbeautifulcollection Change image and share on social
You begin a film more with questions than with direct intentions. It's more of an exploration and discovery. Alexander Payne begindirectdiscovery Change image and share on social
My flag is always flying. My shingle is always out. I'm always looking for movie ideas. Alexander Payne flagflyidea Change image and share on social
The best actors are always the ones who've directed as well, as they understand all the problems you face. Alexander Payne actordirectface Change image and share on social
I don't feel despair because I am able to make the films I want to make, and that gives me hope. Alexander Payne despairfeelfilm Change image and share on social
Jesuits encourage an intellectual rigor in a way that I like. Alexander Payne encourageintellectualjesuit Change image and share on social
I think cynicism lasts. Sentimentality ages, dates quickly. Alexander Payne agecynicismdate Change image and share on social
Joe E. Lewis said, 'Money doesn't buy happiness but it calms the nerves.' And that is how I feel about a film being well-received. Alexander Payne buycalmfeel Change image and share on social
In the moment of making films, I want to share my observations of life, not of other films. Alexander Payne filmlifemake Change image and share on social