My films are the expression of momentary desires. I follow my instincts, but in a disciplined way. — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
You have to show violence the way it is. If you don't show it realistically, then that's immoral and harmful. If you don't upset people, then that's obscenity. — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
Why did Erich von Stronheim leave Germany? Why did Hitchcock leave England? If you were a director you'd like to work in Hollywood too.… — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
I know that atmosphere of the Parisian apartment building, with the twin menaces of the concierge on the ground floor and the landlord upstairs. — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
When I really love a movie, I don't want to spoil it by too frequent visits. But I like to come back to certain… — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
My films are the expression of momentary desires. I follow my instincts, but in a disciplined way. — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
It's easy to direct while acting; there's one less person to argue with. — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
I don't really know what is shocking. When you tell the story of a man who is beheaded, you have to show how they… — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
With each film, i need an artistic challenge so I don't get bored! I like to tackle challenges. — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
It's very important to set your place in a concrete environment. I think Chekhov said that the important thing when you have a play… — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
If I had killed somebody, it wouldn't have had so much appeal to the press, you see? But f-ing, you see, and the young… — Roman Polanski Copy Share Image
