I find that people find a way out of misery through humor and it's humor that's often unacceptable to people who are not in quite such a state of misery.
Danny BoyleRead
To be a film-maker, you have to lead. You have to be psychotic in your desire to do something. People always like the easy route. You have to push very hard to get something unusual, something different.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Being a film-maker requires strong leadership and an intense desire to innovate. It involves overcoming challenges to create unique work.
Danny Boyle emphasizes that successful film-making is not just about creativity, but also about leadership and determination. A film-maker must possess a relentless drive to break free from conventional paths, pushing boundaries to achieve originality. This commitment to excellence often means resisting the temptation to take the easy way out, as true innovation often lies beyond comfort zones.
Themes
FilmmakingLeadershipInnovationCreativityDetermination
In practice
Example use cases
In a film class, to inspire students about the challenges of filmmaking.
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