Building Quote by Dan Mazer
“It's tough to make funny films. And the truth is, with this process, especially if you write your own movie, then you're giving three years of your life to it. And so, I just have to be sure that when I embark on it that I'm happy to think that in three years' time I'm going to be sitting in a room on the tenth floor of an odd office building at Ginsberg Libby talking about it. So I'm keen not to jump into it too quickly and just make sure it's something that I really want.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Filmmaking Process, 2023
Creating a film is a long, personal commitment; ensure the project truly excites you before investing years.
In simple terms: Film making takes years; choose a project you love.
Commit only to projects you’re passionate about.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- career planning
- film development
- personal goal setting
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- Is the story worth three years of your life?
- How can you test your enthusiasm early?
None; time investment is high and can be risky.