If you are lucky enough to be a success, by all means enjoy the
applause and the adulation of the public. But never, never believe
it.
[Asked by reporters what it was like to work with Greta Garbo on
Inspiration (1931)]: Making a film with Garbo doesn't constitute an
introduction.
[on his Hollywood film career] I worked hard. It was full of disappointment and joy, discouragement and rewards. I'll be forever grateful for all those wonderful years.