Cinema Quote by Steven Spielberg
“I usually do about five cuts as a director. I haven't ever directed a film where I haven't made five passes through the movie, and that takes a long time.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The Making of a Film, 1995
A director repeatedly revisits and refines a film through multiple editing passes, emphasizing meticulous craftsmanship.
In simple terms: Directors edit many times for perfection.
Embrace iterative refinement.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- film production
- post‑production
- creative workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How many revisions does your work need?
- What benefits arise from repeated editing?
Time‑intensive; may delay release.