Interview with the Masters

Interview with Roger Avary

Roger Avary

1. When did you first decide you wanted to be a Writer?

By necessity, around 1978.

2. At what age did you first get your big break in the film business?

Let's see. I think it was around 1989. I was about 24 and I was hired by Cinetel to rewrite a Mario Puzo script.

3. Who was your biggest influence?

Stanley Kubrick.

4. Did you have to go to college to learnin this profession ?

I didn't *have* to. No.

5. Can you make a living off of writing?

I can, and do.

6. What is the difference between Independent films and Studio films?

It's a spirit. It's when you're making the film for yourself, and not for the corporation.

7. What is your favorite genre of film?

I have no single favorite genre. Perhaps -- horror.

8. What is your favorite all time movie?

A Clockwork Orange.

9. Do you use any kind of math in this profession?

Yes. I find myself occasionally doing calculus and sometimes trig.

10. What is your favorite part about being a writer as famous as you?

Getting laid by porn stars.