If we became students of Malcolm X, we would not have young black men out there killing each other like theyre killing each other now. Young black men would not be impregnating young black women at the rate going on now. Wed not have the drugs we have now, or the alcoholism. – Spike Lee
We grew up in a very creative environment and were exposed to the arts at a very young age, so its not a surprise that all of us are in some form of the arts. – Spike Lee
Id like to state that Spike Lee is not saying that African American culture is just for black people alone to enjoy and cherish. Culture is for everybody. – Spike Lee
I dont think Im a total pessimist, so I think you can find hope in all my films. – Spike Lee
I guess I feel that I was following my instincts, and at the same time being guided by the best. I became totally intrigued with Louisiana – the people, the food. It is a part of my life. Everything that has happened for me since moving here has just been icing on the cake. – Emeril Lagasse