Back Quote by Valerie Faris
“We had a couple of films that, in the course of working on them, the budget shrank to the point where we couldn't make it. They literally ran the numbers: They took our numbers and the stars' numbers, and when they calculated whether we could make our money back or not, it said no.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Film Production Interview, 2015
Budget constraints forced cancellation when projected returns were negative, highlighting financial risk assessment in filmmaking.
In simple terms: Money limits projects; financial viability decides continuation.
Key Takeaway
Check budgets early and adjust scope.
Themes
finance
risk
film production
budgeting
Mood
pragmatic
realistic
Type
cautionary
business
When to use this quote
- studio planning
- indie projects
- investment decisions
Key Concepts
cost analysis
break-even analysis
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance artistic vision with financial reality?
- What alternative funding could sustain a risky film?
A Different Perspective
Even with passion, lack of profit potential can halt a project.
