The best part is when they asked "Do you ever listen to your fans' opinions about this?" And he says "No."
It's a pity that we feel this compulsion to shove money down Lucas's throat.

Well, that was a double-edged question, really.
Had he said yes, then he might be construed by some as a sellout with no real vision of his own, who packages his art for maximum market value.
His answer struck me as a little cocky too at first, but when he finished his answer I felt I could respect his perspective.
For example, how many decent bands mold themselves to what their fans want ?
Hey Aerosmith, play more songs in A# minor !"
The good ones follow their artistic instincts. Those who like it follow, those who don't, follow somebody else (or make their own).