Was really stoked to direct this short. Man...it sometimes goes south. Or rather, people you work with make your life a little more difficult. Part one, do you really even want to be in my project? I've noticed a few things about people who believe they know the business. They don't (including myself). They only feel they know, but in reality...no one knows. However, that being said, there are an army of people who've put a lot of effort and gone through pains to make this happen. Be cooperative. DON'T second guess a director especially in front of the rest of the crew. How idiotic. This is a person who hasn't stepped on a real set. The lesson will be learned. And it'll make life a lot more difficult. Enjoy the process. Look and learn. Be engaged.
I learned something about difficult talent. The ones that are difficult, aren't necessarily linked to the ones that actually show up. The ones that DON'T show up tend to be the ones who are talented. And less difficult. Once they show up, you can't imagine how helpful they become.
Actors need to learn one thing...if anything, there are others who would be much more happier to show up and just "play." Have fun and "play." Unfortunately, this includes being a lot more open minded to what the possibilities could be. Again, telling me as the director something makes them look ridiculous doesn't help. Especially because I'm a fucking stranger. If it helps or not isn't the case. Step one is to actually read the script. Step two was to realize what kind of movie you're in. Not everyone gets this opportunity.
I've had a bad day on my hands. Feel tired, probably. And old. I shouldn't take any of it personally. When it hits, everyone takes credit. If it fails. Everyone runs for the hills.
As is the nature of this nutty business.
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