Complicated Quote by Ben Affleck

Directing a movie is a little bit like being back in student government and putting on the homecoming dance. You're like, 'You put up…

— Mike Birbiglia

Directing is like guitar playing. That's a unique mind-set and talent, unto itself. I like the idea of putting everything together to make a…

— Slash

I think directing is something I would really enjoy.

— Tom Holland

In film, I don't think I'd try directing. Maybe one day, but I'd certainly want to go to film school or something before I…

— Amelia Warner

I think the only directing I'd be any good at is theatre directing. It's the only thing I can see myself doing.

— Martin Freeman

I don't know anything about directing, but if you love actors, know your story and hire a great company, then anyone can direct a…

— Peter Hedges

Directing is more what I would like to get into eventually. Frankly, I feel like it would be a waste if I didn't because…

— Daniel Radcliffe

Directing is like cooking, it's like cuisine. You cannot make a great dish with bad ingredients. I have great actors, and I'm putting them…

— Louis Leterrier

I think I would have a better time writing films rather than directing.

— Mackenzie Astin

Making films is much more difficult than people imagine, and so the experience of actually directing them is not one I've ever relished.

— Sydney Pollack

Directing is a nice job. It's the best job for me. If I had to pay money to do it, I would do it...…

— William Friedkin

I think with any movie, directing is more in the preparation. You just have to prepare for everything that's going to happen.

— Robert Ben Garant