Always Quote by Taika Waititi
“I've always found the script to be more of a skeleton, the template.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: The New Zealand Film Makers Podcast, 2015
He sees a script as a framework rather than a finished product, allowing flexibility and improvisation.
In simple terms: Script is a flexible framework.
Key Takeaway
Embrace improvisation.
Themes
creativity
flexibility
filmmaking
Mood
playful
innovative
Type
inspirational
practical
When to use this quote
- directing
- writing
- producing
- actor workshops
Key Concepts
storytelling
structure
collaboration
Questions to Reflect On
- How does flexibility improve storytelling?
- When is a detailed script necessary?
A Different Perspective
A rigid script can stifle spontaneity.
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