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It was always my dream to be a director. A lot of it had to do with controlling my own destiny, because as a young actor you feel at everyone's disposal. But I wanted to become a leader in the business.

From Ron Howard

I'd rather risk confusion and stay creatively fresh and stimulated. I feel like I'm growing and challenging myself all the time.

From Ron Howard

Anytime you really take a close look at people who are dealing with the aging process, you're going to have a complicated reaction to what you're seeing and feeling. If you're in the middle of it, those emotions are going to be quadrupled. It's immediate, it's relatable, so it's good human drama.

From Ron Howard

For my 10th birthday, what I wanted was Beatle boots and a Beatle wig. My parents couldn't find Beatle boots, but down at the dime store, Woolworths or someplace, they found a Beatle wig!

From Ron Howard

I'm not a caterer. I just have to stay with my creative convictions. At some point, you have to just get past the special-interest groups and do what you're there to do, which is make a movie.

From Ron Howard

I've acted with all types, I've directed all types. What you want to understand, as a director, is what actors have to offer. They'll get at it however they get at it. If you can understand that, you can get your work done.

From Ron Howard

If I had to choose between a great acting job and a good directing job, I'd choose the directing job.

From Ron Howard

I've always been interested in the Depression as this very dramatic pivotal period in American history.

From Ron Howard

There is something inherently tough about Americans. They will not accept defeat.

From Ron Howard

Outside of his loving family, I'm sure that Andy Griffith was Don Knotts' greatest fan.

From Ron Howard

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