Be humble Quote by Jean-Marc Vallee
“As a director, try to be humble and not to overdo it, not overcoverage and over-covering the scene.”
About This Quote
Source Film: Directing workshop, 2021
The advice urges directors to stay modest, avoid excess, and keep scenes focused without over‑covering.
In simple terms: Be humble and avoid over‑directing.
Practice modest, focused directing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film set
- scene planning
- budget constraints
- creative collaboration
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance humility with artistic vision?
- When is extra coverage necessary?
Risk of under‑expressing vision.