Claire Denis

I think a film noir demands a beginning and an end.

I have no relationship to the French bourgeoisie. I don't like connecting with them.

The only thing I find interesting is self-interest.

In 1938, I was given a one-year teaching appointment, which was sensational for British universities. This was converted into the usual four-year contract for an Assistant Lecturer in 1939.

It's hard to imagine anyone interested in film not being a fan of Alfred Hitchcock because he's such a key influence on the entire history of cinema - it's hard to escape his shadow.

They said I couldn't play anything but an English boy. I knew I could. So I went to New York.