It’s grueling. It’s crazy. It’s pre-production. Welcome to Hell.
-Expect the worst, hope for the best.
“The best laid plans of mice and men often go awry.”
–Film-making is a collaboration, not a dictatorship.
“Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much.”
-Over prepare.
“Spectacular achievement is always preceded by unspectacular preparation.”
-Always give an air of confidence to your cast and crew, even if you don’t feel it.
“Confidence is silent. Insecurities are loud.”
-Set realistic expectations. Your movie will never look as magical as it does in your head. It won’t be perfect. And that’s okay.
“We have this idea of perfection that is so unrealistic. We are our own worst enemy.”
-Mutual respect and communication with your team are your greatest allies.
“The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn’t being said. The art of reading between the lines is a life long quest of the wise.”
-Unless you’re a seasoned pro, this is an incredible learning experience.
“Learning never exhausts the mind.”
-Believe in yourself. You’re doing something amazing and productive with your time.
“Believe it can be done. When you believe something can be done, really believe, your mind will find the ways to do it. Believing a solution paves the way to solution.”