'Die Hard' is a great example of an action film where the character makes a significant difference, leading to a formula that many films have repeated since.

In action films, the character must be important because the action will then have a character to it, making it more engaging for the audience.

When I say we're going to do action movies, I mean movies that are really action-first, like 'John Wick', which is driven by action but still has character development.

The original 'Terminator' is a prime example of a film that still holds up visually, showcasing the importance of character and emotional storytelling.

In mob movies like 'Goodfellas', the focus is more on character development rather than action, even though they contain dynamic action scenes.

'Taken' features a superhuman character in extraordinary circumstances, showcasing how a character can evolve from ordinary to extraordinary, like Sarah Connor in 'The Terminator'.

Your heroes should be those who took action rather than those who merely criticized the world; choose to be a doer, not a bystander.

Being a great director often means being a great audience for your actors, creating a safe space for them to perform, and I prefer to be close to the action and connected with the actors because filmmaking is like a dance.

Movies like 'Predator' are hybrids, combining sci-fi and action, but sometimes it's hard for the audience to know what they're buying into based on trailers.