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Alligator Quote by Hiro Murai

“The weird thing about having an alligator on set is that you can't be in the direct line of sight, or they might start charging at you.” quote by Hiro Murai — Download Open image

“The weird thing about having an alligator on set is that you can't be in the direct line of sight, or they might start charging at you.”

About This Quote

Source Film: Music Video “Boredom” directed by Hiro Murai, 2018

Working with dangerous animals requires constant awareness and indirect positioning to stay safe.

In simple terms: Stay out of sight of hazards.

Key Takeaway

Maintain vigilance and distance.

Themes

danger creativity production risk awareness

Mood

tense alert focused

Type

practical instructional

When to use this quote

film set
live performance
animal training
emergency planning

Key Concepts

animal behavior set safety psychology of fear

Questions to Reflect On

How do you balance artistic vision with safety?
What protocols help manage unpredictable elements?

A Different Perspective

Unexpected animal behavior can still occur despite precautions.

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