I have taught my students not to apply rules or mechanical ways of seeing.

I have taught my students not to apply rules or mechanical ways of seeing.

Michael Apted is a true leader -- in this guild, in the industry and in his craft. His passion, diligence read more

Michael Apted is a true leader -- in this guild, in the industry and in his craft. His passion, diligence and integrity serve as an inspiration and a model for all our members.

We drink VB, Victoria Bitter, which is way better.

We drink VB, Victoria Bitter, which is way better.

It was unbelievably difficult to get it made. Studios are extremely allergic to risk. Finally, after a long courtship, Lions read more

It was unbelievably difficult to get it made. Studios are extremely allergic to risk. Finally, after a long courtship, Lions Gate Films agreed to make the film. They liked the idea of a sports movie where spelling was the sport, something that might be compared to 'Hoosiers' or other good sports movies, but with a younger lead character.

I have a plan for an ice arena and I want to let the public know about it.

I have a plan for an ice arena and I want to let the public know about it.

There is no limit to our discussion. Everything is on the table. It is time to turn the page.

There is no limit to our discussion. Everything is on the table. It is time to turn the page.

It's up to Gary. He's not some spectacle.

It's up to Gary. He's not some spectacle.

I wouldn't read too much into it.

I wouldn't read too much into it.

? devotion to the craft of filmmaking and his wealth of head-and-heart knowledge about what we do and how we read more

? devotion to the craft of filmmaking and his wealth of head-and-heart knowledge about what we do and how we do it was a special gift to his fellow directors.