About Quote by Robert Eggers
“For me, rehearsal is only about blocking and pacing; it's not about performance.”
About This Quote
Source Film: The Witch, 2015
Rehearsal focuses on stage movement and timing, not the final acting delivery.
In simple terms: Rehearsal is about blocking, not performance.
Separate practice from performance.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- stage rehearsals
- film rehearsals
- directorial planning
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How does blocking influence storytelling?
- When should performance be introduced?
Overemphasizing blocking can neglect emotional depth.