Back Quote by Philip Kaufman
“This one, even though it called for San Francisco, I think they wanted to initially shoot part of the film up here, you know get the exteriors and then go back to L.A. We really fought to get it up here and I think Paramount was really pleased.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Production Insights, 1992
The director fought to keep filming in San Francisco, believing the location added authenticity, and the studio approved.
In simple terms: Director fought to keep filming in San Francisco.
Key Takeaway
Advocate for authentic locations.
Themes
film
authenticity
advocacy
Mood
determined
pragmatic
Type
strategic
inspirational
When to use this quote
- film production
- budget planning
- creative control
Key Concepts
location scouting
studio negotiations
Questions to Reflect On
- What compromises are worth making for authenticity?
- How to balance budget and artistic vision?
A Different Perspective
Studio constraints can limit location choices.
