You've got to keep fighting; you've got to risk your life every six months to stay alive.
Elia KazanRead
The first thing you should do with an actor is not sign a contract with him. Take him to dinner. And take him for a walk afterwards.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Building a relationship with an actor is more important than formal agreements.
Elia Kazan emphasizes the importance of personal connection and understanding in the relationship between a director and an actor. By taking the time to have a meal and share a walk, it highlights the value of fostering trust and rapport before engaging in professional commitments, suggesting that the best collaborations stem from genuine interpersonal relationships.
Themes
RelationshipActorDinnerTrustCollaboration
In practice
Example use cases
During a team-building retreat, you could share this quote to emphasize the importance of personal connections.
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