• I never understood redemption when I was young. Even before I was an atheist, I always thought with the prodigal son, "well, why's he getting the special treatment?"

    Ricky Gervais: I never understood redemption when I was young. Even before I was an atheist, I always thought with the prodigal son, "well, why's he getting the special treatment?"
    "Ghost Town - Ricky Gervais interview". Interview with Rob Carnevale, www.indielondon.co.uk.