Cameras Quote by Will Gluck
“I never go to the monitor. I just look at the camera monitor and my favorite part of all of the directing, except for the writing and editing of it, is right when we're rolling and they do lines and I'll say "Try this, try this, try this."”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Filmmaker discussion, 2023
The speaker prefers spontaneous direction during filming, focusing on real-time performance rather than pre‑planned editing.
In simple terms: He likes to guide actors live on set.
Key Takeaway
Embrace improvisation while shooting.
Themes
directing
creativity
spontaneity
Mood
energetic
focused
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- on‑set filming
- live performance coaching
- improvisational direction
Key Concepts
film production
actor‑director interaction
Questions to Reflect On
- How does real‑time direction affect actor confidence?
- When is improvisation most effective?
A Different Perspective
May lack polish compared to scripted scenes.
