Find Quote by Yorgos Lanthimos
“It's hard for me to find a script that's perfectly suited to me, so even if it's a good script, I'll still have to work on it with someone and shape it, making it the film that I want to make. So in that respect, I prefer to do the stuff that I've generated anyway.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Filmmaking Process, Yorgos Lanthimos, 2023
Creating a film requires adapting existing material to fit a personal vision, demanding collaboration and revision.
In simple terms: Film making needs personal adaptation and teamwork.
Key Takeaway
Embrace collaboration to shape your vision.
Themes
creativity
collaboration
adaptation
vision
film-making
Mood
determined
reflective
Type
advice
process
When to use this quote
- indie film production
- screenwriting workshops
- directorial rehearsals
- script development
Key Concepts
artistic vision
creative process
authorial control
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you balance personal vision with collaborative input?
- What steps help translate a script into your desired film?
A Different Perspective
Personal vision may clash with practical constraints and team dynamics.
