Actors Quote by Derek Cianfrance
“I want to get out of the way of the actors. I want to get out of their eye lines. I want to them to stop thinking they're making a movie. I want them to just go and live. It's like you take these great actors and put them in an aquarium of life, and just watch them swim. That's what makes editing tough because you get all these beautiful, unplanned moments.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Blue Valentine, 2010 (interview)
The director seeks authentic, unforced performances, letting actors live naturally rather than act.
In simple terms: Let actors be real, not just acting.
Key Takeaway
Encourage natural behavior on set.
Themes
authenticity
film making
performance
spontaneity
Mood
reflective
creative
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- theatre
- film directing
- creative process
Key Concepts
Method acting
realism
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance spontaneity with storytelling?
- What techniques foster genuine moments?
A Different Perspective
Naturalism can clash with narrative control.
