In today’s episode, we discuss whether or not we care about the intent of the creator when we evaluate a film. Also, we chat about the importance of receiving advice, and we discuss why we are annoyed by streaming platforms.

In this episode, we talk about…

Getting in your own way as a filmmaker when trying to get the audience to change their minds about a subject
How the original intent of a project can change over time
Why the narrative needs to be ‘character first’ not ‘message first’
Responding to Todd Field’s remark that “advice is cheap”
Why even small pieces of advice can affect your whole career
Giving specific advice versus giving broad advice
Why the constant changes of streaming platforms are annoying for consumers
Missing the special features that came with physical movies

Memorable Quotes

“I’d rather somebody not intend a single thing and just be like, ‘Hey I made Speed. It doesn’t mean shit.’” [4:06]
“The best movies, the best shows, the best anything, leave you talking about it or thinking about it days later.” [6:19]
“Every good movie or every good tv show is about something. And it might not come to a final conclusion about that thing, but it’s about things that are bigger than just the story and that’s what makes it so rewarding.” [11:34]
“I think the best creatives are able to be like ‘fuck that noise, im making a good story.’” [14:50]
“When you love something, you start to see patterns that maybe aren’t there.” [15:03]
“It’s gotta be earned. If you’re gonna make them change, you gotta earn it.” [22:07]
“The A.I. can’t attack our Blu-rays” [48:33]

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