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“Making movies is eating candy. It's a very expensive candy, so you value when you can do it. So when you can do it twice at once, it's like, you know, a kid in a candy store!” quote by Phillip Noyce
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“Making movies is eating candy. It's a very expensive candy, so you value when you can do it. So when you can do it twice at once, it's like, you know, a kid in a candy store!”

Phillip Noyce

About This Quote

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

Filmmaking is a costly indulgence, making each opportunity precious; multiple projects feel like a child in a candy store.

In simple terms: Filmmaking is expensive but rewarding.

Key Takeaway

Treat each project as a rare treat.

Themes

film cost passion creativity

Mood

determined optimistic

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • independent film
  • studio productions
  • budget planning

Key Concepts

budgeting artistic fulfillment risk reward

Questions to Reflect On

  • How do you balance cost with creative ambition?
  • What strategies make high‑cost projects sustainable?
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