I always like to think of the audience when I am directing. Because I am the audience.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Spielberg directs with the audience in mind because he is one himself.
- In plain terms
- He thinks about viewers since he watches movies too.
- What can you take from it?
- Empathy for the audience improves work.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Do you create for others or yourself?
- How do you watch media?
Another view
Assuming you represent all audiences can be limiting.
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