Ask John Woo

Seriously...how much slow motion is too much for any action scene? Is this just your creative way to make a 60 minute film into a 120 minute film?

When you came to direct films in the U.S., what was the biggest culture clash that you experienced?

When and how did you first meet Chow Yun-Fat and decide to hire him as our leading man? DId you write roles specifically for him?

[P.S. You two have a magical chemistry that's unbeatable!!!!!!]

What is your opinion of Asian films, such as Il Mare and My Sassy Girl, that are being re-created with American actors instead of distributing them as is in the US?

Will you ever delve into directing a different movie genre?

Are you a fan of the old Godzilla and Mothra movies?

Do you feel you are as good a director as Ang Lee?

Do you feel Asian movies or other movies made outside the U.S. and the Hollywood circle will ever be as big or successful worldwide?

What director or artist has most influenced your unique style?

How are the rapidly available movies on the internet affecting the movie industry, especially the circle you are in.

What is your biggest challenge in directing a film?

What was the real reason that Cho Yun-Fat changed his mind about staring in Red Cliff? And how did you handle it?

How do you stay on top of the game? What do you do to keep your style from looking date or passe?

Are we ever going to see more of Inspector Tequilla?

In your opinion how does who are the leading directors in Mainland China? What are your opinions on Zhang YiMo's films?

i read once that you would like to direct a musical.
still interested?
with musicals finally back in vogue, do you have a project in mind?

Is it hard to check your blindspot when changing lanes??

You are influential; no question about it as you are being chosen by TIME for this interview. However, have you influence the world the way you would like to?? What do think is the greatest impact you have made?? What is the actual impact you want to make?? Is there a time frame to this impact??

A piece of advice to first and second generation immigrant Asian directors who aspire to be successful in the US?

what is the one movie of another director that you wish you could have made?

How did you deal with the conflict of culture between the western and the eastern when you worked with Chinese and American people?

John! I am sure you know your movies are popular in India. Do you watch Indian films? If yes, do you have any favorites? If no, why not?

What's next for action movies? What new trends are you noticing in action films?

Does your life experiences affect the way you make movies?

Does each and every film you are making contains the so-called philosophy of life? If so, how?