Directors Quote by Thomas Harrison
“Most film directors do not come up with their own subjects or write their own screenplays.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Industry Panel, 2015
Directors often rely on existing material rather than creating original stories or scripts.
In simple terms: Directors usually adapt rather than originate.
Seek original ideas or collaborate on scripts.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- indie filmmaking
- studio pitches
- screenwriting workshops
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can directors foster originality?
- What role does collaboration play?
Budget constraints can limit originality.