Busy Quote by Ti West
“The thing is that the studio system's great, but it also sucks. There's really good people in the studio system, but there's way more worse people. So you have to find the good people. And the good people are busy, because they're generally doing good people stuff, so you gotta get in line to work with them.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Podcast "Filmmaker's Journey", 2021
The studio system offers opportunities but also many difficult personalities; finding and aligning with the good people is essential.
In simple terms: Studio system is mixed; find good collaborators.
Key Takeaway
Network with reputable creators.
Themes
industry dynamics
collaboration
career strategy
Mood
pragmatic
optimistic
Type
professional
advisory
When to use this quote
- film production
- career advancement
- team building
- creative projects
Key Concepts
media studies
organizational behavior
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you identify trustworthy collaborators?
- What steps can you take to become a valued partner?
A Different Perspective
Good people are scarce and often busy, making access challenging.
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