I love actors. They are the most fun, creative people to be around. The energy of the entire collaborative process is why I started writing and directing in the first place and it's incredible to watch them bring one of my characters to life. My son has been an actor for many years and I was the lead character in a film about a real woman so I understand the process; I understand what they go through behind and in front of the camera. I think that comes across to them when I'm directing. They know early in the game that I understand and they can feel safe and know I have their back. That clears a lot out of the way so that they can just focus on doing their job.