Control Quote by Alan Arkin
“I would like to have a movie under my own control sometime, and see what could be done with it. Who knows? Maybe Hollywood will make an improvisational movie someday.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussing future film control, 2019
He wishes to direct his own movie, possibly an improvisational Hollywood project, seeking creative autonomy.
In simple terms: He wants to direct a film.
Seek creative control in filmmaking.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- budgeting
- studio negotiations
- team building
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What story would you tell as a director?
- How would you balance improvisation with structure?
Hollywood may resist unconventional formats.