I do think there's probably a little more opportunity to…
“I do think there's probably a little more opportunity to direct in television, because there are just so many TV shows. In movies, it still feels harder to break in. I do hope that's shifting. The difference between TV and miniseries and movies is also diminishing.”
About This Quote
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TV offers more openings for directors because of its volume, while film remains harder to enter.
In simple terms: TV has more directing jobs than movies.
Consider TV directing to gain experience.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film festivals
- TV pilot pitches
- network meetings
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What steps can you take to break into directing?
- How can you leverage TV work for film?
TV may still have gatekeepers; success isn’t guaranteed.