Block Quote by Andrew Bujalski
“I want the pleasures of the real exploitation movie, and exploitation has changed so much in 40 years. Plenty of people grow up with this fantasy of, "We're going to do it like Roger Corman did it," as that sounds so fun. If you make something small, goofy and exploitative, it's nowhere near the guaranteed moneymaker it might have been 40 years ago. If you look at the way the world works now and money is made, it doesn't seem that fun. Maybe that's just a mental block I have and I need to get over that and find that corner where you can make money and still have a good movie.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film director interview, 2020
He reflects on changing economics of exploitation cinema, noting that low‑budget, sensational films no longer guarantee profit.
In simple terms: Exploitation movies aren’t as profitable now.
Key Takeaway
Adapt to new market realities.
Themes
film industry
exploitation
economics
creativity
nostalgia
Mood
thoughtful
analytical
Type
critical
strategic
When to use this quote
- indie filmmaking
- budget planning
- genre revival
Key Concepts
Risk
changing audience
budget constraints
Questions to Reflect On
- What modern niche can low‑budget films exploit?
- How to balance art and profit?
A Different Perspective
Nostalgia may cloud realistic assessment.
