Benefits Quote by Griffin Dunne
“I'm being told it saves money to shoot in Toronto, because of tax benefits, the crews are cheaper, but what I save in the bottom line, I lose in a million other ways.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Production Cost Discussion, 2015
Choosing a location for tax incentives may lower direct expenses but can increase hidden costs like logistics, talent, and quality issues.
In simple terms: Tax savings can hide other expenses.
Key Takeaway
We all hidden costs.
Themes
budgeting
production
tradeoffs
Mood
pragmatic
cautious
Type
business
industry
When to use this quote
- film shooting
- location scouting
- budget planning
- crew hiring
Key Concepts
Economics
risk management
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you evaluate hidden costs?
- What factors outweigh tax incentives?
A Different Perspective
Savings may be offset by quality loss or delays.
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