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May 16, 2008

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What I’ve Learned as a Moviemaker

Tom Cruise In Vanilla Sky

Tom Cruise in Vanilla Sky

On Originality

When you get a brilliant idea that sounds familiar, think of a new idea.

On Silly Ideas

The silliest ideas are sometimes good ideas.

On the Importance of Execution

The simplest ideas are usually the best ideas. It's the execution that's a bitch.

On Choosing Projects

Someone's last film shouldn't be the main reason you want to work on their next one.

On Respecting Vision

When working on someone else's film, work on it, not your own personal version of it.

On Decision-making

Never be afraid to walk away from a bad deal.

On the Financial Side of Moviemaking

If you can afford it, never work only for money. And always try to work on films you would pay money to see.

On Having Pride in Your Project

Good work is what's important; everything else falls into place once it happens.


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