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I have a strange combination of fearlessness and massive insecurity.

This may come as a surprise, given the nature of my job, but I am very guarded and contemplative. I'm not a naturally boisterous person.

I spent a lot of time protecting myself. I mean, I've met a lot of extraordinary people over the years - and I just wish I had been able to open myself up to them more.

I live, like every real man, in my work.

I started to build barriers between myself and others to protect myself.

I always sort of create practical problems so that I don't have to see a film I've just done. I'm too vulnerable, too fragile. People see your work, and there's nothing you can do. You're completely exposed.

I am fortunate in having people around me who protect me.

You have to protect yourself at all times. What goes around comes around.

You have to find a way to protect yourself in a certain way from people who are constantly demanding your time.