"I am fascinated by this concept. Communication only works on a common level, and it is a challenge to find the highest common denominator, from where to start exploring new limits. This applies to individual exchange.
In the exchange between different cultures, there is no question about the highest denominator, but to find the level, where there is the most in common, as little as this may be. The challenge is to find out, what makes these things common to both cultures."