I believe that every innovative thought comes from a creative mindset....A creative mindset is what drives our world, and art is the base of that.
If someone saves your life, you develop a brotherhood, no matter what your race.
I believe success is preparation, because opportunity is going to knock on your door sooner or later but are you prepared to answer that?
The only limitations that I can have are the ones that I set on myself.
Even if we don't agree, we should agree to work together.
To progress we must do the work as individuals, but then we must come together and work together.
Whatever art form you're working in, it's crucial to see it clearly, to feel it clearly, and not to worry about the results, or how someone else will see it.
People don't want to pay 8 or 9 dollars to go see a problem that they have in their life, on screen. They pay to get away from that. That's why they watch soap operas
My kids, they'll see stuff on TV and tell me "hey you were in it." They're living their own lives, but it's interesting to see them discover stuff I've done. They like seeing my movies, but I make my choices for me.
Most black families have roots, whether Christian, Muslim or other religions, and that journey is unique for each individual.
It's natural for any actor that segues into directing to be an actor's director. You know how to relate to the actors.
The only way to ensure a film is going to sell is put Will Smith in it and you open it in 3,000 theaters and make sure we have all the top promotional spots in each venue.
Boxing, for me, it's the beginning of all sports. I'm willing to bet that the first sport was a man against another man in a fight, so I think that's something innate in all of us.
We were all Romans once, I guess.
I've never taken myself too seriously.
People are realizing that color has no bearing on what's known as brotherhood
In this world we live in now, with a 24/7 news cycle, perception can sometimes be more powerful than reality.
For me, Barack Obama represents grace, respect, betterment and community.
I think Barack Obama is an amazing man and president. His legacy is ongoing.
The world is evolving, and there is an acceptance of all beliefs, in my observation.
Writing is the beast unto itself.
A lot of directors are overbearing and tend to make you doubt your instincts.
There's show and there's business. Business is a whole other beat.
The world is as it should be.
That word, fan, has always kind of bothered me
