“I accept all interpretations of my films. The only reality is before t...” — Bernardo Bertolucci Quote

“I accept all interpretations of my films. The only reality is before the camera. Each film I make is kind of a return to poetry for me, or at least an attempt to create a poem.”

“There's no more film; now everything's digital. I welcome this. It's fantastic for me to have a new chance.”

“I don't think you can in any way export culture with guns or tanks.”

“And yet because of my attempt at sincerity I have been condemned, hooted at, reviled; filthy rumors have been circulated about me, not about my characterizations but about me personally, my private self.”

“There are comedic rules and formulae and, while these tenets should be respected, especially by a newcomer, perversely you can still succeed by openly contradicting them. Because comedy is about breaking the rules. Even its own rules. Though, as with many disciplines, it is wise to master the basics before you attempt to subvert them.”