Bible Quote by Danis Tanovic
“When you make feature films, you have a script, which is a bible. The final result should be as it was written down on paper. And in documentary, you can write whatever you want, but life brings you situations where you have to be fast thinking, fast moving.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Filmmaking Insights, 2015
Film scripts act as a blueprint; documentaries require adaptability to real events.
In simple terms: Scripts guide films; docs need flexibility.
Key Takeaway
Balance planning with improvisation.
Themes
creativity
film production
documentary
Mood
reflective
inspirational
Type
creative
practical
When to use this quote
- feature film set
- documentary shoot
- editing process
Key Concepts
script fidelity
on‑the‑fly decisions
Questions to Reflect On
- When should you deviate from a script?
- How to stay true to vision?
A Different Perspective
Too much rigidity can stifle authenticity.
