Feet Quote by Bruce Campbell
“If you have script problems and you don't fix them by the time you shoot, your script problems are now 40 feet tall.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast on Filmmaking, 2019
Unresolved script issues become magnified during production, creating major problems on set.
In simple terms: Ignoring script flaws makes them huge later.
Key Takeaway
Fix script issues early.
Themes
filmmaking
planning
problem solving
Mood
stress
urgency
Type
practical
advisory
When to use this quote
- pre‑production
- shooting schedule
- budget control
Key Concepts
script analysis
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- What script issues could derail your project?
- How can you catch problems before shooting?
A Different Perspective
If you cannot fix the script, you may need to rewrite or pause production.
