Cost Quote by Atom Egoyan
“That's a very odd notion because it involves seeing money up there on the screen - if something cost $5 million to make, they want to see that $5 million up there.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Production Insights, 2005
Filmmakers want audiences to see the budget, emphasizing transparency and the scale of production.
In simple terms: Show budget to convey film magnitude.
Consider budget as narrative element.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- budget discussions
- film marketing
- audience education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Should budget be highlighted?
- Does cost affect viewer expectations?
May distract from artistic merit.