Buttons Quote by Neil Berkeley
“Things are going to happen whether you are there or not, you still need someone to push the button on the camera and get it and know it's going to work of the story.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Conference on documentary filmmaking, 2015
Storytelling requires proactive effort; someone must initiate and capture events to create narrative.
In simple terms: You must act to tell a story.
Key Takeaway
Take initiative to document moments.
Themes
storytelling
initiative
media
technology
Mood
determined
optimistic
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- film sets
- news coverage
- field research
Key Concepts
documentary practice
visual journalism
project management
Questions to Reflect On
- Who will you empower to start the story?
- What tools help you capture truth?
A Different Perspective
Technical failures can halt storytelling.
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