Directors Quote by Donald Sutherland
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“I was so disappointed [with movie Forsaken], but maybe I hadn't talked enough with the director. I don't know. But, Kiefer worked it out. Kiefer took it and re-edited it. I don't know whether he talks about that. He's probably more discreet than I am because Jon is a friend of his. Now, it fulfills what I was hoping for, and what we were working on and doing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Discussion about the film Forsaken, 2020
The speaker expresses disappointment with the original cut, credits the director's re‑editing for improvement, and notes personal modesty compared to the director's discretion.
In simple terms: Initial disappointment turned to satisfaction after director's changes.
Key Takeaway
Acknowledge feedback and trust collaborative revisions.
Themes
film criticism
collaboration
artistic vision
Mood
reflective
optimistic
Type
analytical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- film production meetings
- post‑production reviews
- director feedback sessions
Key Concepts
editing
director‑actor dynamics
creative process
Questions to Reflect On
- How does collaboration affect creative outcomes?
- What role does humility play in artistic critique?
A Different Perspective
Limited insight into specific changes; subjective taste may differ.
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