Writing Quote by Robert Englund
“I always serve the writer first because I'm English trained, even though I'm American. I don't protect my own ass, I protect the writer's ass first. That's where it all starts: writer knows best and the writer is my first god, then I serve the director, then I serve myself. Actually Jason's mother has this piece of dialogue I've been using as an image. I always get inspiration from whatever characters say about my character. So I use this piece of Jason's mother's dialogue where she calls him a 'big stupid dog.' I've been thinking of Jason as a huge stupid dog and Freddy as just like a little yap-yap junkyard dog.”
About This Quote
A writer’s vision should guide creative work, with loyalty to the script before personal or directorial interests.
In simple terms: Put the writer’s intent first.
Key Takeaway
Prioritize the story above ego.
Themes
creativity
collaboration
loyalty
hierarchy
Mood
reflective
professional
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- film production
- theatre
- writing workshops
- directing
Key Concepts
storytelling
authorial intent
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance author intent with audience needs?
- When should you deviate from the script?
A Different Perspective
Directors may need to adapt for practical reasons.
