Communication Quote by George A. Romero
“I've seen so many young filmmakers - even professional filmmakers who get a Hollywood deal - they don't quite know where to begin, where to end, and they'll waste a lot of time making this perfect shot, an establishing shot, and then there's no time left to shoot the dialogue.”
About This Quote
Young filmmakers often overfocus on perfect shots, neglecting essential dialogue and storytelling time.
In simple terms: Filmmakers waste time on perfect shots, ignoring dialogue.
Prioritize narrative over technical perfection.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- independent film
- production schedule
- budget constraints
- learning process
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you balance visual and narrative needs?
- What workflow helps allocate time wisely?
Perfectionism can stall project completion.