Best Quote by Gareth Edwards
“For ages I thought I'd wasted my career doing visual effects, I wanted to be a filmmaker. And then I've learnt at the end of it all that actually visual effects was probably the best training ground I could have had.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Last of Us Part II, 2020
Visual effects can serve as comprehensive training for filmmaking, providing technical and creative foundations.
In simple terms: VFX teaches filmmaking skills.
Key Takeaway
Leverage VFX experience for directing.
Themes
career development
skill transfer
creativity
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- film directing
- VFX work
- career transition
- portfolio building
Key Concepts
visual storytelling
technical mastery
industry pathways
Questions to Reflect On
- How can VFX skills be highlighted in a directing portfolio?
- What gaps remain after VFX training?
A Different Perspective
VFX may not replace formal film education.
