But it's just that the whole country is making generally lousy films these days and has been for quite a while. That's the big problem that we all have to think about. Alexander Payne bigcountryday Change image and share on social
What is filmmaking but groping in the dark? Alexander Payne darkfilmmakegrope Change image and share on social
I always wanted 'Sideways' to be like a great 1960s Italian film. Alexander Payne 1960sfilmgreat 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
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
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
Hollywood films have become a cesspool of formula and it's up to us to try to change it... I feel like a preacher! But it's really true. I feel personally responsible for the future of American cinema. Me personally. Alexander Payne americancesspoolchange share on social
I'm hoping one day I can make one really good film. Alexander Payne dayfilmgood 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
It seems that our politicians see the world in black and white, so why not our artists? Did Woody Allen's 'Manhattan' have to be in black and white? No. But is it fantastic that it was? To see New York like that? Yes! Alexander Payne allenartistblack share on social
