A good director's not sure when he gets on the set what he's going to do.
Elia Kazan

I didn't have that much confidence. Maybe it looks that way. I'm glad it does.
Elia Kazan

Every fighter has one fight that makes or breaks him.
Elia Kazan

Every picture that is successful has one little miracle in it.
Elia Kazan

What's called a difficult decision is a difficult decision because either way you go there are penalties.
Elia Kazan

Hey, you must be doin' good, 'cause I never hear from you.
Elia Kazan

I gave my life to the Group Theatre, because in it I'm building something for myself. What I build, I am.
Elia Kazan