Things I’ve Learned as a Moviemaker
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Lessons in Safety
Never stand in doorways.
The Importance of Sound
Make friends with the sound guy.
On-Set Etiquette
Never repeat what you've heard actors say on the headset. And learn to eat well on the set.
Dress for Success
Wear something shiny to the wrap party.
Emotional Breakdowns
Sobbing is part of the process.
Modesty
Never laugh at your own jokes in the script.
Curing the Acting Bug
Always beg for a cameo
The Real World
Remember it's just a movie.
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