York, Michael

DM) From what I've read about you, you're an avid traveler and you've seen everywhere there is to see?

MY) Don't believe everything that you read! (laughs)

DM) Having done a lot of traveling, what made you decide on L.A.?

MY) I was originally living in London and I came here to make a movie. I married an American by the way. Because I'm working all over, I don't have to be based anywhere in particular. I lived in Monte Carlo for a bit, which is a little unreal, but every time I came here to Los Angeles, I grew more and more fond of LA .

DM) And with all of your traveling for movies and for pleasure, I guess it doesn't really matter where you are based?

MY) Yes. I went to Charlotte, North Carolina for the night and I'm still paying for it. I was doing a lecture, which is something I do around the country. Normally I give myself two nights... you forget how big this country is. When you're making a movie you get to plant your roots and settle in a place, which is something I really love about the business.

DM) You have a lot going on in your career. What makes you happiest?

MY) I think that in terms of happy, the career is very important. I think the way you live your life, and the rewards you obtain from it takes precedence. At certain times I think the two are aligned. Obviously when you're young and ambitious you need to get started and get out there, and get your foot in the door.