I think the first feature of any director is going to hold a special place in their heart. It's kind of like a first kiss in that its highly anticipated and will be forever ingrained in your memory, but at… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
At the end of the day, filmmaking is a sheer act of creative will. You have to be prepared to stick with your art no matter what comes your way. — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
For me the dream is the freedom to make all the crazy ideas I have in my head into movies. I truly love directing… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
I think the power of the short film is incredibly underrated. It is way easier to get someone to watch a 15-minute film then a full-length feature. In those 15 minutes you have the opportunity to express your voice as an artist and hopefully connect with your audience. If you are trying to be a first time feature director then… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share
Making a film is like raising a child. You have to be there every step of the way, guide it, provide for it, and… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
You have to believe in yourself and always strive for the best. Whether that is getting the best actor, the most talented cinematographer, or the best location for your story, you have to have the hunger to want it and be willing to do what it takes to get it. A filmmaker should never be satisfied with their work. There… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share
I think Hollywood is more of a state of mind then a place. There are certainly iconic locations in L.A. but as far as… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
A filmmaker has to have great vision in order to tell a compelling story that is both distinctive and stylistic. I remember playing all… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
I think the first feature of any director is going to hold a special place in their heart. It's kind of like a first… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
Filmmaking is like playing in your imagination and getting paid to do it. I guess I'll ride this horse until it bucks me. — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
The first film that really knocked me out was Alien by Ridley Scott. This is a great movie because no matter how many times… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
At the end of the day, filmmaking is a sheer act of creative will. You have to be prepared to stick with your art… — Nicholas Ozeki Copy Share Image
