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I like pre-production and post the best. I don't like…

“I like pre-production and post the best. I don't like shooting at all. I find it grueling and tough, but I love post and the whole process of seeing the film finally come together. You start ironing out all the rough spots, and the really bad bits you just throw away. So from day one of post to…” quote by Martin Campbell
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“I like pre-production and post the best. I don't like shooting at all. I find it grueling and tough, but I love post and the whole process of seeing the film finally come together. You start ironing out all the rough spots, and the really bad bits you just throw away. So from day one of post to the last day, you see nothing but improvements.”

Martin Campbell

About This Quote

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

He prefers planning and editing over the physical act of filming because it allows continuous improvement and creative control.

In simple terms: He likes planning and editing, not shooting.

Key Takeaway

Focus on pre‑production and post‑production for better results.

Themes

filmmaking creativity process improvement control

Mood

reflective analytical

Type

advice process

When to use this quote

  • film development
  • post‑production editing
  • creative decision‑making
  • quality control

Key Concepts

editing workflow vision refinement

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you maximize creative input during pre‑production?
  • What strategies improve post‑production efficiency?
A Different Perspective

Shooting still essential for capturing material; without it, no post‑production is possible.

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