Directors Quote by Joe Dante
“It's a lot of power to give the director to edit his own stuff. It's also a time thing: you don't want to have to wait for the guy to finish shooting before he starts editing.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Talk, 2012
Giving directors control over editing speeds up production but may compromise quality if rushed.
In simple terms: Directors editing their own work saves time.
Balance speed with careful editing.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- movie set
- post‑production
- deadline pressure
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How to ensure quality when editing quickly?
- What checks can protect against premature cuts?
Rushed editing can lead to missed improvements.