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“It's always a problem when you're working with people you don't really know. Most filmmaking is about shaking hands and just starting. You know, these month - or two-month-long endeavors that millions of dollars are based on, and the people doing them don't even know each other, or know each other…” quote by Abel Ferrara
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“It's always a problem when you're working with people you don't really know. Most filmmaking is about shaking hands and just starting. You know, these month - or two-month-long endeavors that millions of dollars are based on, and the people doing them don't even know each other, or know each other under pressure, or know each other when things are really... Which filmmaking is completely done under in many circumstances. You're under constant crisis, making a movie.”

Abel Ferrara

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Collaborating with strangers under high pressure creates constant crises, making filmmaking a risky, fast‑paced endeavor.

In simple terms: Working with unknown people under stress is tough.

Key Takeaway

Build trust quickly and plan for crises.

Themes

collaboration trust stress film production risk communication

Mood

tense urgent

Type

practical motivational

When to use this quote

  • budget meetings
  • tight shooting schedules
  • first‑day rehearsals
  • high‑stakes pitches

Key Concepts

team dynamics crisis management creative pressure

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can teams establish trust fast?
  • What safeguards reduce crisis impact?
A Different Perspective

Reliance on trust can fail if personalities clash.

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