“What is attempted in these film is of course a synthesis. But it can b...” — Satyajit Ray Quote

“What is attempted in these film is of course a synthesis. But it can be seen by someone who has his feet in both cultures. Someone who will bring to bear on the films involvement and detachment in equal measure.”

“At the age when Bengali youth almost inevitably writes poetry, I was listening to European classical music.”

“There's always some room for improvisation.”

“I read most often in bed as part of my attempted sleep ritual. But I spend a lot of time reading on planes and in hotels, too.”

“Bruce possessed such a natural athleticism in everything he attempted to do. He seemed to excel in every sport he tried. Whatever he did, he was daring and cut an amazing form.”

“Everything I have done or attempted to do for Scotland has always been for her benefit, never my own and I defy anyone to prove otherwise.”