I never really wanted to be an actor. And that was the beginning of it, I began to write things down and eventually became a writer on a television show.
– Barry Levinson
Some actors are supposed to be very difficult, but I've not found that to be the situation. All I try to do is create an atmosphere that seems comfortable enough, that it removes tension and everyone feels free.
– Barry Levinson
You have a movie and it proves itself and then certain things happen.
– Barry Levinson
All I try to do is create an atmosphere that seems comfortable enough, that it removes tension and everyone feels free. If they feel free then behaviour happens, small moments happen and that's what ultimately works the best for me.