About Quote by John Schlesinger
“Still, the film nearly didn't happen a number of times. There were great arguments with United Artists about how to reduce the cost because they were nothing if not conscious of the price of the film.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Variety, 1975
Budget constraints and studio disagreements can jeopardize a film’s production.
In simple terms: Money issues threaten movies.
Negotiate early to protect vision.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- indie filmmaking
- studio negotiations
- budget cuts
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What strategies can preserve creativity under budget pressure?
- How to decide when to walk away?
Compromising art for cost can dilute quality.