Although I was really interested in physics, I think I wanted to do it because I thought it was really hard. I did theoretical physics. Lenny Abrahamson hardinterestphysic Change image and share on social
Hollywood is probably the most active centre of film-making in the world, but it's also a very difficult place in which to find your voice... It was also a far more civilised industry in Ireland. Lenny Abrahamson activecentrecivilise Change image and share on social
As with any actor and any collaborator, it's about forming a trusting relationship. And that's not that you have to get him to trust you so you can get him to do what you want. Especially with a little kid, it's about making them feel really safe, and getting to know and not treating them as a puppet to be moved around. Lenny Abrahamson actorcollaboratorfeel share on social
After 'Adam and Paul,' I had offers from American agents, but I think I would have been swallowed up. Lenny Abrahamson adamagentamerican Change image and share on social
You can throw away your script more easily than you can throw away your film. Lenny Abrahamson easilyfilmscript Change image and share on social
As soon as you make some films that people like, you'll be sent material, and that can come from anywhere. Lenny Abrahamson filmmakematerial Change image and share on social
The style of direction in 'Room,' maybe a little bit like 'Spotlight,' tries to be hidden. Lenny Abrahamson bitedirectionhide Change image and share on social
On your first film, you think these are going to be your closest friends for the rest of your life. You form a bond, but then you go back to the rest of your life. Lenny Abrahamson backbondclose Change image and share on social
The process of shooting - of choosing shots - is intuitive for me, and I just feel my way towards what seems right. Lenny Abrahamson choosefeelintuitive Change image and share on social
I remember as a kid being asked if I was Jewish or Irish. I said, like the glib little 15-year-old I was, 'You can be both.' Feeling very pleased with myself. Before they smacked me. Lenny Abrahamson askfeltglib Change image and share on social