Thats what we need nowadays, is more children that have goals other than being a sports figure or some kind of celebrity. I think its great that a kid wants to learn more and wants to be at the peak of learning, especially at that young. – Joe Nichols
The overall physical demand that Iraq has is pretty amazing. Its 130 degrees, and the soldiers are carrying about 100 pounds of extra gear. Its a pretty rigorous schedule and routine for them. – Joe Nichols
I want to see success right away. And I want to never give up, never stop. – Joe Nichols
Then when I went to Iraq and saw the strength and character the men and women in our military service exhibit every day and their belief in what theyre doing, I knew I wanted to get that on film and share it with everyone. They are my inspiration. – Joe Nichols
Hopefully with each thing that you do youre learning something, youre growing, and youre pushing yourself a little harder in some way or another. So I think youd be in real trouble if each new thing that you create didnt feel like Oh, wow. I feel like Im doing something a little different this time. – Rian Johnson
For So Cold the River, Im actually working on adapting the book with Scott Silver, who was just nominated for an Oscar for The Fighter, and who also wrote 8 Mile, which I think is a terrific screenplay. The chance to work with Scott is a tremendous pleasure and Im learning a lot. – Michael Koryta