Over the course of 26 years, we've seen every form of talent direction. The best directors coax a great read from an actor by making sure they understand the goal of the script, offering them the right emotional direction and then trusting the actor to bring something of their own to the table. All predispositions are put aside and a synergy takes place that improves the work.
Then, there are the other directors. Click here for a short British film on the subject. Hilarious if you've spent any time on either side of the glass!
Did you read Eat, Pray Love? It's one of those books you don't want to end. Here is the author, Elizabeth Gilbert, speaking about the source of creativity. It's well worth the 19 minutes it takes to view it. This is from this year's TED conference.
A couple of weeks ago, we lost Ricardo Montalban. We at Soundscapes were particularly touched by this, having had the pleasure of working with him on several occasions. He was a consummate professional, and a joy to work with.
John Crowley edited a tribute to Mr. Montalban—between the takes. It reveals a funny, self-effacing man with a warm sense of humor.
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