Quotes about Directing

Directing, editing, and everything about filmmaking has definitely changed me as an actor. Votes: 4

Directing is for pussies. Votes: 3

Directing is a tremendous art. Votes: 3

Directing takes a lot of time. Votes: 3

Directing is like putting together a collage. Votes: 3

Directing music videos is all about capturing images. Votes: 3

Directing a film is a lot of work. Votes: 3

Directing can be very lonely and quite intimidating. Votes: 3

Directing at seven-and-a-half months pregnant was lots of fun. Votes: 3

Directing, writing, producing and starring is just too tough. Votes: 3

Directing is much more satisfying to me than acting. Votes: 3

Directing a movie is serious, it's not a joke. Votes: 3

Directing film is the hardest thing I have ever done. Votes: 3

Directing has completely changed the way I write and watch films. Votes: 3

Directing was a transformative experience for me, one that I really enjoyed. Votes: 3

Directing teenage actors is like juggling jars of nitro-glycerine: exhilarating and dangerous. Votes: 3

Directing is all about storytelling. It's not about equipment, or anything else. Votes: 3

Directing doesn't appeal to me. I'm much more in the world of ideas. Votes: 3

Directing the mind to stay in the present can be a formidable task. Votes: 3

Directing is not a job. It's more like a career. Which is great! Votes: 3

Directing attention toward where it needs to go is a primal task of leadership. Votes: 3

Acting is just playing the violin in an orchestra. Directing is being the conductor. Votes: 3

Making a movie is universal. Directing a movie is universal; it's a universal language. Votes: 3

Directing is too hard, it takes too much time, and it doesn't pay very well. Votes: 3

Directing has only increased my admiration and respect for what it is that actors do. Votes: 3

Directing is to fill anyone with a yearning to get back at ten o'clock next morning. Votes: 3

Directing her was like directing Lassie. You need 14 takes to get each one of them right. Votes: 3

Directing, I get all kinds of inspiration. It's working with people. It's a lot more fun. Votes: 3

Directing is something that I'd been wanting and hoping to do, as I've grown into myself. Votes: 3

Directing is very close to choreography; you deal with space, time, emotions, lighting, making beautiful images. Votes: 3

The thing that's very close in the process is writing and acting, not directing. Directing's very different. Votes: 3

Directing is really exciting. In the end, it's more fun to be the painter than the paint. Votes: 3

Directing television is really hard - it's so fast. You shoot an hour show in seven days. Votes: 3

Directing Marilyn Monroe was like directing Lassie. You needed fourteen takes to get each one of them right. Votes: 3

Directing is the ultimate way to bring together all the art forms I've been involved with over the years. Votes: 3

Besides acting which is my first love, I am also interested in behind the scenes.. Directing , writing and producing. Votes: 3

Directing is physically exciting because there's a ticking clock, you're working with people, it's very social, it's very enjoyable. Votes: 3

Directing is about as visual as I get and I will leave artmaking to the rest of the family. Votes: 3

Directing for me is the ability to take the words from a page and share my vision with the world. Votes: 3

Directing made me realise what I do as an actor that's extraneous, it focuses your mind on story, story, story. Votes: 3

Directing an opera is similar to directing a play. The singing must not get in the way of the drama. Votes: 3

Directing offers you the hope that your vision will reach the screen, unmolested and intact. Therefore, it's tantalizing to all writers. Votes: 3

Directing a film was something I always wanted to do, something that seemed an inevitability in my development as an actor. Votes: 3

You always learn something about movies. Directing or acting, there's always something new. It's the technological thing; there's always something to learn. Votes: 3

Directing is more like you're being a psychologist and you're kind of analyzing the situation and evaluating each person for their idiosyncrasies. Votes: 3

Directing is like meeting a woman. You don't know her, but something strikes you, and then you just have to go into it. Votes: 3

Directing is a huge amount of work with very little payoff, and a quarter of the money, and nine times more time spent. Votes: 3

Directing is creating a whole. You're able to combine different elements and create a film that is unique and true to your vision. Votes: 3

Directing is not on my agenda, but writing is. I want to write everything from action, superhero films to quiet dramas, smaller films. Votes: 3

Writing screenplays is incredibly hard. I can't call it joy. Writing Novels? Joy. Directing? Joy. Writing Screenplays? That's where you pay all your dues. Votes: 3

Directing my own writing, I see that I talk way too much, and everything can happen much sooner, with much less said about it. Votes: 3

Directing is a really kind of amazing thing, because you're helping others and, in the middle of that, you have to worry about yourself. Votes: 3

Directing is so interesting. You know, it just sort of encompasses everything that you see, that you know, that you've felt, that you have observed. Votes: 3

Directing 'Fifty Shades of Grey' has been an intense and incredible journey for which I am hugely grateful. I have Universal to thank for that. Votes: 3

Directing a film was something I was yearning to do. I always wanted to see if I had the capacity to be a good storyteller. Votes: 3

Directing is like guitar playing. That's a unique mind-set and talent, unto itself. I like the idea of putting everything together to make a great movie. Votes: 3

Directing a movie is the greatest job in the world. I could not be more envious of the guys who get to do it all the time. Votes: 3

Directing remains very psychological, and it takes a lot of time and reflection. When you're an actor, it takes less time, and you can express yourself physically. Votes: 3

Directing is a nice job. It's the best job for me. If I had to pay money to do it, I would do it... Directing is playing. Acting. Votes: 3

Directing the process by the mind can only lead to difficulty, for the mind does not know. Commitment to the Truth is sufficient for the process to unfold. Votes: 3

Directing, I just feel comfortable. I know what I want. I know what I want from my crew. I lead by example. I have limitless energy as a director. Votes: 3

Directing is one of my favourite things to do because I love telling stories and I love working with the individual artists and it's something that I really missed. Votes: 3

Anybody can direct a picture once they know the fundamentals. Directing is not a mystery, it's not an art. The main thing about directing is: photograph the people's eyes. Votes: 3

Directing is like cooking, it's like cuisine. You cannot make a great dish with bad ingredients. I have great actors, and I'm putting them together. That's all I'm doing. Votes: 3

Directing is the last frontier for women in the movie business. We are studio heads, we are producers and we are writers, but we are not directors in any numbers. Votes: 3

Directing was a natural thing for me. Actually, it was far less stressful directing than being the lead actor. I was able to have my input in all aspects of it. Votes: 3

I always wanted to direct. Directing is a lot more of a commitment though, a lot more time. I like directors who do very few takes, they know what they want. Votes: 3

Directing is such a crucial part of the writing process; you start directing and you see what does not work. "Oh, God, what was I thinking?" and then you can rearrange it. Votes: 3

Producing is the hardest of the three because there is almost no closure. Every time you solve a problem, another one pops up. Directing is second, and acting is the most fun. Votes: 3

Directing, you have to put yourself in a certain state, it's all about the energy you have and the energy you transmit to people, to the actors, to the crew. It's peculiar. Votes: 3

Directing 'The Office' is kind of like someone going, 'Would you like to drive my Lamborghini?' And I'm like 'Yes, I would like to drive your Lamborghini. That sounds like fun.' Votes: 3

I believe I am a better director than actor. I enjoy acting if the part is right. Directing comes very naturally to me. I enjoy it. I am very confident in my work. Votes: 3

Directing is a very long process, and I have to be in love with it if I want to give up two years of my life and live with it from beginning to end! Votes: 3

I just don't want to make the same old movies. I'm not interested in it. Directing's hard. It takes up a lot of your life, and I'm not that interested in making the same old film. Votes: 3

It was great. I mean, it's a blast directing underwater stuff. Votes: 2

How could you have had such a wonderful life as me if there wasn't a God directing? Votes: 2

The feeling of being interested can act as a kind of neurological signal, directing us to fruitful areas of inquiry. Votes: 2

I like and I love everything that has to do with cinema: writing, directing, editing, creating music, and even acting. Votes: 2

I studied directing prior to acting and I've done music videos and documentaries and things that were sort of well-received. Votes: 2

You get money out of acting. You get gray hair out of directing. Actually, I get more of a rush from directing. Votes: 2

I definitely in filmmaking more and more find writing and directing a means to harvest material for editing. It's all about editing. Votes: 2

The notion of directing a film is the invention of critics - the whole eloquence of cinema is achieved in the editing room. Votes: 2

What I like most about directing is creating a world more so than anything. To me, the music is the wrapping paper on that world. Votes: 2

Great ambition, the desire of real superiority, of leading and directing, seems to be altogether peculiar to man, and speech is the great instrument of ambition. Votes: 2

Every mind which has given itself to self-expression in art is aware of a directing agency outside its conscious control which it has agreed to label 'inspiration'. Votes: 2

Hibakusha' is an animated docu-drama that Choz Belen and I are directing, and it will take you through the earliest memories of a Hiroshima atomic bomb survivor named Kaz Suyeishi. Votes: 2

I had a certain career as an actor that I think was quite personal as well, and had a lot of integrity, but I wasn't writing my own things or directing my own movies. Votes: 2

One thing that everybody told me about directing was, 'Never compromise'. And the whole job is a compromise. So it's very paradoxical. How do you not compromise when the whole thing is about compromise? Votes: 2

I get inspired when I look at Tom Lennon, who did 'Reno 911!' for six seasons while writing huge movies and directing and also doing other pilots; he did that FX pilot, the 'Star Trek' thing. Votes: 2

I mean, the shoe - there is a music to it, there is attitude, there is sound, it's a movement. Clothes - it's a different story. There are a million things I'd rather do before designing clothes: directing, landscaping. Votes: 2

I never studied directing and I never really thought about doing it, and then I just found myself in that situation and tried it. I like to be observing everything else, and I get self-conscious in front of the camera. Votes: 2

I love the incredible variety of demands directing makes on you, from the entrepreneur to the hustler to the deal-maker to the writer; to directing actors and the camera and working with music, sound, marketing and promotion. It uses so many sides of your brain. Votes: 2

When Orson Welles was acting in 'Compulsion,' the director Richard Fleischer let him just take over and direct the courtroom scenes. To be able to see Welles - who knew more about directing than anyone - direct himself and the other actors, it was unbelievable and unforgettable. Votes: 2

I guess because I'm so young, I m not sure of what lies ahead for me. I'm more into going the route of producing and directing. I just made a little short film. I'm more excited about going the route of doing a Drew Barrymore or... what's the one from 'Star Wars?' Votes: 2

I always loved silent movies. I was not a specialist, but I loved them. And when I started directing, I became really fascinated by the format - how it works, the device of the silent movie. It's not the same form of expression as a talkie. The lack of sounds makes you participate in the storytelling. Votes: 2

Linux is a complex example of the wisdom of crowds. It's a good example in the sense that it shows you can set people to work in a decentralized way - that is, without anyone really directing their efforts in a particular direction - and still trust that they're going to come up with good answers. Votes: 2

I've always wanted to have the ability to do what I want to do. And there are so many things that I want to do because I love acting, I love directing, I love producing, I love being a mother, I love being a wife. If I had to choose one, just would put me in the crazy house. Votes: 2

I couldn't be 'Johnny' in front of a camera in acting jobs and behind the camera I like to be 'Michael.' With directing, you can't do it by halves. There's a lot of reflection, and I have found that I, as 'Michael,' thrive on it. It's lovely coming home and feeling that stuff from a day's work as myself. Votes: 2

Directing a movie is a little bit like being back in student government and putting on the homecoming dance. You're like, 'You put up the streamers, and you hire the DJ, and you get the punch bowl.' Some people are just like, 'This dance sucks.' And you're like, 'No no, this dance is awesome!' You have to be really positive. Votes: 2

I'm addicted to directing! Votes: 0

Casting is 65 percent of directing. Votes: 0

I find directing more satisfying. Votes: 0

I really, really love directing films. Votes: 0

I intend to do more directing TV. Votes: 0

I do like directing other people's material. Votes: 0

I approach directing from an actor's standpoint. Votes: 0

I'm definitely moving more towards directing now. Votes: 0

I'd like to have a go at directing. Votes: 0

I feel like directing is an innate talent. Votes: 0

Eric McCormack is directing talent waiting to happen. Votes: 0

I can't imagine directing from someone else's script. Votes: 0

Victor Hernandez, like an orchestral conductor directing his troops... Votes: 0

The universe displays no proof of an all-directing mind. Votes: 0

I have no interest in writing, directing or producing. Votes: 0

I came from a background of directing behind-the-scenes documentaries. Votes: 0

Movie directing is a perfect refuge for the mediocre. Votes: 0

Well, I'm directing a lot of television these days. Votes: 0

But I didn't know much about directing a movie. Votes: 0

I feel like a lot of directing is casting. Votes: 0

I've done a little directing, but I love acting more. Votes: 0

Now what is earth, what are you rubbing in directing? Votes: 0

Writing and directing just sort of fell into my lap. Votes: 0

If I were directing a movie, it would scare me. Votes: 0

Try to produce your own films, avoid directing for hire. Votes: 0

The secret of directing is working with really good people. Votes: 0

I love directing - it's always so involving, so challenging. Votes: 0

The main thing about directing is: photograph the people's eyes. Votes: 0

I'm interested in directing attention and focus, explored through playing cello. Votes: 0

I'm very interested in directing actors - many directors direct cameras. Votes: 0

Photography and painting, all of that fed into my directing eventually. Votes: 0

I have no interest in directing. I've no talent for it. Votes: 0

When Cate Blanchett starts directing, it's over for all of us. Votes: 0

Being an actor started me writing, and that led to directing. Votes: 0

I do love directing. It's probably my favorite thing that I do. Votes: 0

The hardest part about directing is getting everyone on the same page. Votes: 0

Spiritual power begins by directing animal power to other than egoistic ends. Votes: 0

One thing I'm passionate about is directing. I've always wanted to direct. Votes: 0

I like acting better than anything else, but, you know, directing's good. Votes: 0

You understand what good directing is, you can identify it pretty easily. Votes: 0

I've been clawing my way to directing since I was a kid. Votes: 0

It's sort of one ongoing process where writing ends and directing starts. Votes: 0

A typical day for me is I'm writing when I'm not directing. Votes: 0

Writing, producing and directing, I must say, is incredibly satisfying and gratifying. Votes: 0

I love writing. I think writing and directing go hand in hand. Votes: 0

The good thing about directing yourself is that you get over yourself. Votes: 0

Genndy [Tartakovsky] is so good at directing and so wonderful with animation. Votes: 0

More than ninety percent of directing a picture is the right casting Votes: 0

The only thing that gets me back to directing is good scripts. Votes: 0

I don't see myself doing television, but I do see myself directing. Votes: 0

There is a different kind of vulnerability when a woman is directing Votes: 0

Insofar as I'm good at directing, it's because I've become a writer. Votes: 0

Producing is hell, writing is frustrating, acting is really satisfying, directing is heaven. Votes: 0

I don't think I'm great at acting. I think I'm great at directing. Votes: 0

I relieve myself from the rigours of directing by casting the movie correctly. Votes: 0

Well, directing is doing the key drawings, not the key animation, mind you. Votes: 0

I wish I could tell people what I'm directing next, but I can't. Votes: 0

I want to die in the saddle. I love writing, producing, acting, directing. Votes: 0

The art of photography is all about directing the attention of the viewer. Votes: 0

I know the force women can exert in directing the course of events. Votes: 0

I'll be directing some more 'Private Practice' episodes when we wrap 'Caprica.' Votes: 0

I just don't see where I could possibly fit in directing a feature. Votes: 0

When God's leading and directing, you don't have to kick the doors open. Votes: 0

I think I would have a better time writing films rather than directing. Votes: 0

I never had any master plan about directing, and I don't really write. Votes: 0

I don't get nervous when I'm directing a play. It's not like acting. Votes: 0

The tantric path involves taking the mind and directing it beyond the senses. Votes: 0

The whole art of politics consists in directing rationally the irrationalities of men. Votes: 0

I think the big evolutionary step for me is directing my own movies. Votes: 0

I want to die in the saddle. I love writing, producing, acting, directing Votes: 0

There are a million things I'd rather do before designing clothes: directing, landscaping. Votes: 0

I want to be an animated character. I'm also doing more writing and directing. Votes: 0

I always love directing because it gives me a chance to be with everyone 24/7. Votes: 0

There are many aspects to directing that have a romantic place in people's minds. Votes: 0

Now I'm kind of established as a director, I much prefer directing to writing. Votes: 0

Role-playing isn't storytelling. If the dungeon master is directing it, it's not a game. Votes: 0

I certainly was an actor and then I drifted more towards writing and directing. Votes: 0

I love photography and art-directing is something that I really would enjoy to do. Votes: 0

I was a standup comedian, which is kind of like writing and directing yourself. Votes: 0

I started as an actor. I started directing because Steppenwolf needed another strong director. Votes: 0

I started making 8mm films when I was 13, so I've been directing for 21 years. Votes: 0

I wouldn't take a directing job if I didn't think it was enriching life. Votes: 0

To make what you have in your head, I think that's what directing is. Votes: 0

I knew that I'd end up directing because I'm so hands-on with my films. Votes: 0

I have felt the inspiration of the living God directing me in my labors. Votes: 0

I had kicked around the idea for Good Eats when I was directing commercials. Votes: 0

I always say I want to eventually shift my career to directing and writing. Votes: 0

I know that John Adams has had a very hard time directing French ensembles. Votes: 0

Cukor is one of my favorite directors. He was a master at directing women. Votes: 0

This directing thing just sort of fell my way and landed in my lap. Votes: 0

Acting is like playing, while directing is really fun, sort of like an orgy. Votes: 0

I love directing and that's where I'm headed. That's where my head is at. Votes: 0

I learned directing by editing because I saw all the mistakes I had made. Votes: 0

People thought I was dead. But I wasn't. I was just directing The A-Team. Votes: 0

I miss directing. I see stories in images and music more so than in dialogue. Votes: 0

I've always been interested in character-driven pieces, and my approach to directing is through acting. Votes: 0

I didn't train in directing; I talk to actors the way I talk to anybody. Votes: 0

I enjoy doing my more intimate and less commercial pictures and also I enjoy directing. Votes: 0

It's so funny, actors usually have a directing ambition. I've got no ambition for directing. Votes: 0

What I learned from directing, I learned from soccer, where it's like a coach-player relationship. Votes: 0

Good directing is about getting the performance to be just what's right for the movie. Votes: 0

I'm not retired, I will continue directing films and doing fight choreography. I won't stop. Votes: 0

A thousand policemen directing traffic cannot tell you why you come or where you go. Votes: 0

Drumming is like film directing. You build a framework for everyone to create something together. Votes: 0

I love directing. It's where my heart is, and it's the way my mind works. Votes: 0

I don't want to say I'm never going to direct again, but directing's hard work. Votes: 0

I love learning on the set. But, directing is not something I want to do. Votes: 0

Art is manipulation, the management of material, the directing of fate... Who does that directing? Votes: 0

We must especially learn the art of directing mindfulness into the closed areas of our life. Votes: 0

They (food companies) are putting $36 billion into directing those choices. And their methods are very effective. Votes: 0

I would say that working with Ridley Scott makes the process of directing much more terrifying. Votes: 0

And I realized that directing actors is really important because that's what ends up on screen. Votes: 0

Sometimes it's difficult directing yourself on film because you can't quite separate yourself from the subject. Votes: 0

I've been directing more and more the last few years, I find it an enjoyable challenge. Votes: 0

I was already sort of mixing my science physics enthusiasm with entertainment and directing and puppetry. Votes: 0

When you're directing something, you absolutely have to be involved in all layers of the process. Votes: 0

Writing and directing your own film, for me, has been the best experience of my life. Votes: 0

My directing style has changed over the years. I allow things to breathe a lot more. Votes: 0

I think I am a writer, but professionally I feel drawn to and suited for directing. Votes: 0

First of all, it was in my contract. I knew I would be directing an episode. Votes: 0

I think one day I want to be on the other side of the camera-maybe directing Votes: 0

Part of Washington keeping its promises is a focus on directing more dollars into our local classrooms. Votes: 0

It's such a strange combination that I'd be unhappy to make anything like that without Landis directing. Votes: 0

I'm not aggressive by nature and it was tough for me to make the transition to directing. Votes: 0

There should be more women directing; I think there's just not the awareness that it's really possible. Votes: 0

Actually I have to say when I'm acting, I try not to think about directing at all. Votes: 0

James Franco, acting, teaching, directing, writing, producing, photography, soundtracks, editing "” is there anything you can do? Votes: 0

Sometimes when I'm directing, the stage manager will have a good idea and that's okay with me. Votes: 0

A year after winning the Oscar, almost to the day, I was directing a dog food commercial. Votes: 0

I have the most fun writing and directing. And I always choose myself as the lead actor. Votes: 0

It's like being the general of an army [directing a film]. You send people out to die. Votes: 0

I always like to think of the audience when I am directing. Because I am the audience. Votes: 0

I am starting to explore directing, maybe in the future in the world of 'White Collar.' Votes: 0

I'd already started directing short films when we were doing 'Lord of the Rings,' then videogame projects. Votes: 0

I enjoy directing. I don't know whether it's improving or not, but it's certainly evolving in different directions. Votes: 0

My abilities grow with each job, whether it's writing or directing. When I stop learing, I'll stop working Votes: 0

Whether I'm acting, writing, or directing, I want to tell the truth about human beings, especially my folk. Votes: 0

I love writing and directing because it's great therapy. Every project I've done, there's been a personal connection. Votes: 0

I screen tested for Training Day many years ago, which was David Ayer's script with Antoine Fuqua directing. Votes: 0

I always loved theater and acting in plays and directing, writing little plays and directing friends in plays. Votes: 0

Luckily, I've never been offered a directing job that was lucrative. I've never heard, "Here's $800,000 to remake Sisters." Votes: 0

Politics can be a factor neither in shaping Islam nor directing Muslims' acts and attitudes in Islam's name. Votes: 0

Proper respect to others is the most prudent rule of directing the measure of reverence due to ourselves. Votes: 0

Acting is the easiest money you'll ever make in your life, and directing is probably the hardest money. Votes: 0

It's always fun to do action and explosion, but I really enjoyed directing the emotion of the actors. Votes: 0

Purpose creates a belief in a higher power, directing you toward your goal on the best path possible. Votes: 0

Even when I'm not directing, that doesn't stop Owen from having ideas for what I should be doing. Votes: 0

I've moved into directing as well as acting, and it has taught me never to take casting personally. Votes: 0

Writing is a creative art form and the acting and directing is more of an interpretive art form. Votes: 0

When I'm directing, I'm pretty much not writing, but when I'm not directing I am writing a lot. Votes: 0

We need to be fearful of companies that get so big that they can actually be directing policy. Votes: 0

When I'm directing I'm working from 100% of my brain, but when I'm acting I'm working from my heart. Votes: 0

Thinking is learning all over again how to see, directing one's consciousness, making of every image a privileged place. Votes: 0

I really love diving in, head first, with directing and not having to worry about hair, makeup or lines. Votes: 0

The whole chameleon thing about acting. That's why I'm moving towards directing - it's a much more healthy occupation. Votes: 0

Arrogance, pedantry, and dogmatism...the occupational diseases of those who spend their lives directing the intellects of the young. Votes: 0

Beliefs help us tap the richest resources deep within us, creating & directing these resources to support our desired outcome Votes: 0

I really enjoy directing television because you get to work in so many different genres and with different people. Votes: 0

A firm is successful when the costs of directing employee effort are lower than the potential gain from directing. Votes: 0

If you are not consciously directing your life, you will lose your footing and circumstances will decide for you. Votes: 0

Without a great man writing and directing for me, I realised I was a mediocre movie star at best. Votes: 0

I think the challenges that come with the responsibility of art directing something is something that appeals to me. Votes: 0

Television is kind of restrictive in its directing, but it would be nice to get some chops doing TV. Votes: 0

The biggest edge I live on is directing. That's the most scary, dangerous thing you can do in your life. Votes: 0

Schools should take an active part in directing social change, and share in the construction of a new social order Votes: 0

If I had to choose between a great acting job and a good directing job, I'd choose the directing job. Votes: 0

I had a philosophy, which may have been proven right, that directing isn't as hard as everyone says it is. Votes: 0

Real people are what fascinates me, whether it's from an acting point of view or a directing point of view. Votes: 0

For a lot of my childhood, I didn't want to direct movies because I didn't really know what directing was. Votes: 0

My only fantasy about writing was that in my old days, after directing many masterpieces, I would write my memoirs. Votes: 0

The biggest edge I live on is directing. That's the most scary, dangerous thing you can do in your life, Votes: 0

Photographers direct the eye toward a particular object. We who write, one hopes, are directing the heart and the soul. Votes: 0

The horror genre has been for me an original way of taking an explicit visual and visionary approach to directing. Votes: 0

The dynamics of film directing and fashion design - in the ways that I've done it - were not dissimilar. Votes: 0

Things may not be logical or fair, but when God is directing the events of our lives, they are right. Votes: 0

Engineering is the art of directing the great sources of power in nature for the use and convenience of man. Votes: 0

I was the first woman to win a Tony for directing, but the second woman came along five minutes later. Votes: 0

I never really think of acting and directing as being separate; they are just different expressions of the same thing. Votes: 0

Because I've always been more afraid of writing than I have of doing anything visually such as directing or acting. Votes: 0

I don't find acting and directing schizophrenic in any way. I find it completely easy to move between the two. Votes: 0

The prospect of being able to work on a Kaufman film with him directing was just too good to be true. Votes: 0

And I taught acting for years, and without knowing it that was the real thing that started bending me toward directing. Votes: 0

Whether it's acting, directing or writing, I want to be involved in the film industry for the rest of my life. Votes: 0

Throughout whatever I do, I always just say "Director" first. I am directing the storylines and I'm creating what it is. Votes: 0

I don't see myself directing things I don't write because, to me, directing was just an extension of the writing process. Votes: 0

Concentration comes not from trying hard to focus on something, but from keeping your mind open and directing it at nothing. Votes: 0

The great, rewarding thing about directing is that you're overseeing the whole thing. When you're an actor, you're just one department. Votes: 0

(Sometimes when) someone's directing for the first time, they're afraid to include everyone - they have to prove they're the director. Votes: 0

People think that the directors direct actors. No. Really, what the director's doing is directing the audience's eye through the film. Votes: 0

I don't miss directing at all, and I don't miss screenwriting either because somebody's always telling you to do something different. Votes: 0

I've been directing for 25 years almost, and I've only directed nine films in that time because I like to be careful. Votes: 0

I could feel the real interaction between directing and acting, when an actor or an actress really suggests very interesting things. Votes: 0

Whether I'm telling stories in songs or if directing is the next step, being a storyteller is what I like doing. Votes: 0

I love directing scenes that I'm not in because suddenly I really feel like a filmmaker which is a different thing. Votes: 0

I love that when you're writing your mind is sort of figuring things out on its own, without you directing it. Votes: 0

With directing, you have to know what you're doing, but you have to actually be able to control what's going on. Votes: 0

What really helps a guy to become an action hero today is the directing of the movie. All those fast cuts. Votes: 0

I usually don't like to talk about money, but I talk about the movie, and the other aspects of directing, etc. Votes: 0

I think now I'm just excited to continue directing and find stories that inspire me and bring those to the screen. Votes: 0

I was already interested in directing when I was very young. I knew that was something I was going to be doing. Votes: 0

I'm really lucky because I surround myself onset with people who I really trust to give me feedback, so I'm directing myself. Votes: 0

I feel responsible for everybody, and I couldn't imagine a scenario where I wouldn't be directing what was happening, at the end. Votes: 0

Faith is a re-directing of our sight, a getting out of the focus of our own vision and getting God into focus. Votes: 0

In the formative days of the Republic, the directing influence the Bible exercised upon the fathers of the Nation is conspicuously evident... Votes: 0

I truly enjoy directing. I enjoy looking at the words on the paper and visualizing how to make them come to life. Votes: 0

It's natural for any actor that segues into directing to be an actor's director. You know how to relate to the actors. Votes: 0

I'm very happy to be directing though. It's a challenge, and it's a lot of fun for me to be on set. Votes: 0

When I audition for something, I don't even want to think about who the other actors are in it, who's directing it. Votes: 0

I attend film school, my background is acting and directing. But the acting does best, I like to work on the stage. Votes: 0

I started directing out of necessity, the first play I wrote in college because I didn't know anyone who could direct it. Votes: 0

Sometimes good television doesn't depend on money, it depends on imagination and good people directing, casting and doing the job with talented people. Votes: 0

I'm in love with the entire industry and every aspect of performing and directing, even writing, and I love working with acting students. Votes: 0

I learned that I enjoy directing a lot more than I enjoy writing, which is interesting, because writing is lonely and infamous basically. Votes: 0

Making a movie and not directing the little moments is like drinking a soda and leaving the little slurp puddle for someone else. Votes: 0

Making films is much more difficult than people imagine, and so the experience of actually directing them is not one I've ever relished. Votes: 0

I love directing Shakespeare on film. It's fantastic that the actors would do exactly the same thing and be true to their part. Votes: 0

Much of directing [a movie] is not directing but just listening and being present in the moment and just keeping your eyes open. Votes: 0

When you're directing, I feel like I'm playing all the parts, without the make-up. I really get into the heads of the characters. Votes: 0

I love movie-making. I'm interested in writing and directing, and I've dabbled, but I haven't done anything I care to brag about. Yet. Votes: 0

Often people going into directing want to learn as much as they possibly can about "technique." And I say the hell with that. Votes: 0

The notion of directing a film is the invention of critics - the whole eloquence of cinema is achieved in the editing room. Votes: 0

I feel like a lot of the young actors that are just coming up are really good. I think directors are directing better. Votes: 0

I've always had an easy time directing actors because I always hire ones that are great before I get my hands on them. Votes: 0

It's a treat and daunting to be directing someone like Judi Dench, who's made more films than I'll ever make in my lifetime. Votes: 0

After directing movies, I respect any director in this world, because making a movie as a director is tons and tons of work. Votes: 0

I love acting and will take all the time to continue to act. But sometimes I'd like to try my hand at directing. Votes: 0

Very rarely are we directing or cutting someone elses boards. We concept, direct, shoot, animate and edit almost everything that comes through here. Votes: 0

I don't like directing a lot of people. So trying to keep things really simple and elegant is my preferred way of working. Votes: 0

The directing of a picture involves coming out of your individual loneliness and taking a controlling part in putting together a small world. Votes: 0

My M.F.A was in directing, and all the films I've made, for film school and after, I've written, directed and shot. Votes: 0

I'd like to do what I see in my head. I always feel like I'm directing with one hand tied behind my back. Votes: 0

I've only had good experiences with actors. Starring next to them and directing them, for the most part they're all inspiring, special people. Votes: 0

I have considered the directing, actually. Not so much the writing. That is not really interesting, but the directing is really interesting to me. Votes: 0

I think, obviously, everyone has a lot of favorite movies, but I really for some reason just love Quentin Tarantino's writing and directing style. Votes: 0

Dude, writing, acting and directing are such easy jobs. But to do them all as awesomely as Zach Braff does, well that... that's something. Votes: 0

I see the job of directing as being one of creating the right atmosphere, creating an environment where people can realize their full potential. Votes: 0

When you are a filmmaker, you need to be rooted, because committing yourself to producing or directing a film is a good three-year process. Votes: 0

Those engaged in directing the actions of others are always in danger of overlooking the importance of the sequential development of those they direct. Votes: 0

Manchester Youth theater, then the National Student Theater Company, and later, my degree course, all helped form my love of telling stories and directing. Votes: 0

I make my living doing freelance directing for North American television shot in Toronto, series like Alfred Hitchcock Presents, Twilight Zone, and so forth. Votes: 0

I'm interested in directing movies about situations that I've lived, so they are almost a personal essay about what I've come to believe in. Votes: 0

An icon painter starts not with Jesus Christ but by finding earth and rubbing. Now what is earth, what are you rubbing in directing? Votes: 0

When I made my first film, I didn't think of it as directing, so it wasn't like I set out to become a director. Votes: 0

I can make a better living as an actor than I can as a director. Though I certainly would prefer to be directing movies. Votes: 0

I don't necessarily recommend directing your husband or wife in a film, but if you have to do it, you have to do it. Votes: 0

Acting for me is not a bad habit like smoking that I must make an effort to quit. I love acting; I love directing. Votes: 0

I directed three films and each time [I act] I hope it's the last time so I have time to do my film [directing]. Votes: 0

I only want to write. I don't care about directing really. I've tried it and it was fun, but it's not like I have to. Votes: 0

I think I have much more appreciation for directing and movies overall versus a performance or an actor. Their body of work is more interesting. Votes: 0

I seem to gravitate toward the dark side of things when it comes to directing. I love action, but I love the drama as well. Votes: 0

I have great people surrounding me and helping me out. I'm totally in love with directing movies and I hope to do more of it. Votes: 0

When I'm directing, I can look at something that I wrote and say, "This doesn't make sense." There's a lot more intuition and gut involved. Votes: 0

My directing style is long takes. The longer take I can do, the more I can think of not doing it in cuts, the better. Votes: 0

Perhaps the greatest role of parenting, more than directing and telling children what to do, [is] helping [children] connect with their own gifts, particularly conscience. Votes: 0

Sean Penn, for his acting as well as his writing and directing. There are so many actors I respect, but his reach is so wide. Votes: 0

I have stories that I'd like to maybe one day consider directing, but you need a lot of time to write and put it together. Votes: 0

Our decision to close on Sunday was our way of honoring God and of directing our attention to things that mattered more than our business. Votes: 0

People ask me about that all the time. They say, "Did you ever think of directing?" And I say, "It's completely out of the question." Votes: 0

I don't like directing that much to want a career as a director for hire. I like to have as much creative control as possible. Votes: 0

Writing has made me a better actor. Acting has made me a better writer. So why wouldn't directing make me a better actor and writer? Votes: 0

Instead of your ego directing you and making countless mistakes, allow yourself to be guided by the invisible principles of the universe within your action. Votes: 0

One of the best things about directing movies, as opposed to merely writing them, is that there's no confusion about who's to blame: You are. Votes: 0

I'm going to put that on my gravestone. "He created such a category of unwanted pop culture - - Famous for directing unwanted cultural references" Votes: 0

Instead of your ego directing you and making countless mistakes, allow yourself to be guided by the invisible principles of the universe within your action. Votes: 0

I will be calmly active, actively calm. I am a prince of peace, sitting on the throne of poise, directing the kingdom of my activity. Votes: 0

I don't know anything about directing, but if you love actors, know your story and hire a great company, then anyone can direct a film. Votes: 0

I pretty much know that directing means that you have to answer about a thousand questions every day and you have to answer them quick. Votes: 0

I enjoy co-directing or even being there just for support because you get to see your script come to aural life in front of you. Votes: 0

The difference between directing film and directing television is so stark simply because TV is a living breathing organism already when you direct an episode. Votes: 0

I'm so grateful to be living doing what I love. Whether it's acting in Films or TV shows or writing and directing my own projects. Votes: 0

Magic is all about directing attention. If I didn’t want you to look at my right hand then I don’t look at it. Votes: 0

I started as a writer; I started writing when I was little. The acting and directing was an outgrowth of my desire to tell stories. Votes: 0

Leadership is the process of motivating, mobilizing, resourcing, and directing people to passionately and strategically pursue a vision from God that a group jointly embraces. Votes: 0

Exalt your passion by directing and settling it upon an object the due con-templation of whose loveliness may cure perfectly all hurts received from mortal beauty. Votes: 0

When not writing and directing, my bread and butter comes from acting and stunt work. I've been fortunate enough to be part of some amazing productions. Votes: 0

I'm no Kenneth Branagh or Ben Stiller. I'm not that single-minded, 'I'm producing it, directing it, and starring in it' kind of person; that's not me. Votes: 0

As filmmakers, you're not working on just one project, you're producing something, directing something, shooting something, and so it becomes hard to do it by yourself. Votes: 0

Our father in heaven governs the affairs of men by placing specific individuals upon the earth to lead at specific times and inspiring and directing them. Votes: 0

I'm directing the Sky show. I'm not going to be in it. I'm just writing and directing it. So that'll satisfy that part of my brain. Votes: 0

Even after forty years of directing, shooting and editing films, when I collaborate with a male partner, people still perceive the man as the primary filmmaker. Votes: 0

I'm 64 years old, and I've been acting now for 42 years. Only recently have I thought to myself, 'Hmmm, it may be interesting to start directing.' Votes: 0

TV is a different animal these days. You can bring together really smart writing and directing, in-depth character development and really meaty political and emotional stories. Votes: 0

It is not for man to follow the trail of truth too far, since by so doing he entirely loses the directing compass of his mind. Votes: 0

The last few years I've been saying I was ready to quit. It wasn't that interesting to me. Now that I'm directing, it's all new again. Votes: 0

I love directing my music videos and writing video treatments, and I think it's all just because I love the visual aspect of it as well. Votes: 0

For me, to be perfectly honest, the part of my brain that was stimulated by directing was much more exciting than a typical day of acting. Votes: 0

I love writing, directing and photography; if I could figure out a way to put the three things together, that's what I would love to do. Votes: 0

I love writing. Given a choice, after directing for all these years, and if given an army of talented directors, I would not direct at all. Votes: 0

Writing and directing might be a red herring, and really I'm just re-examining what it is to act, to do it well and do it properly. Votes: 0

The experience of directing yourself in a sex scene is, in a way, great. It's the fantasy we all have in our lives all the time. Votes: 0

I can't sit on my bum very long in a movie theater seat, and when I'm directing, I always want to move the camera or edit. Votes: 0

For me, directing is like writing with meat. I can write live, in real time, and change things and be confident that I'm helping the movie. Votes: 0

I spent several years in the film finance business, but I returned to what I loved most about the industry - actual filmmaking, producing, writing and directing. Votes: 0

I always want to be telling stories in whatever fashion I can, and directing is really just understanding and learning a different element of that storytelling process. Votes: 0

I started making music videos in my twenties and made my first feature, 'Guncrazy,' at 29. I then spent the greater part of my thirties directing features. Votes: 0

Because of the way the business is structured, I have sometimes turned down scripts that I might otherwise have accepted had I known who was directing them. Votes: 0

I love being a writer-director. I couldn't imagine directing without writing it. You have to write and tell your stories - that's what directing is to me. Votes: 0

As an actor, if you want to while shooting, you can run back to your trailer and take a nap. But you cannot do that while directing. Votes: 0

Rowan Joffe is very specific. I mean, he wrote it as well and he has a very orderly writer's mind and the same applies to his directing. Votes: 0

With episodic, kind of one-hour directing, they always have guest directors come in, so they don't have the same person week after week. You get a break. Votes: 0

A conductor can do wild things which can feel forced, but if you're directing from within the orchestra, you can't do that, things have to feel natural. Votes: 0

I'm very conscious of the fact the directing career has taken some odd turns. Maybe there's enough bulk where I'm now pigeonholed in the 'eclectic box.' Votes: 0

My hands are already full writing and directing, because that's a full time job. Actually, that's why I don't produce as well, as there's already enough producers. Votes: 0

The writing, acting and the directing all complement each other and make each other better. It's one of those amazing instances where everything seems to come together. Votes: 0

Honestly, as you can imagine, it really isn't all that fun directing yourself, running back and forth to the monitors to see if you're terrible or not. Votes: 0

The holy trifecta of directing and filmmaking is character emotion, camera movement and music. When you hit those three, that's magical. That's what I'm trying to do. Votes: 0

I was always looking for a career that could combine my creative interests with my technical side, and it ends up directing films is the perfect combination. Votes: 0

I have a staff of 12 people, so it's easy for them to handle all the management and the day to day at the company while I'm directing. Votes: 0

I want to stop directing so many of resources to the military budget and focus them here at home. I believe government should invest in public infrastructure. Votes: 0

Jesus is not directing the angelic choir, taking long naps, or doing crossword puzzles. He is completely focused on building his church, the hope of the world. Votes: 0

I've always been interested in directing. I started acting when I was thirteen years old, so I've had some desire to do something else in my life. Votes: 0

TV directing is fine because you can come in and do a TV show in a relatively short period of time, and that can pay the bills. Votes: 0

I suppose directing on set is the most fun because it's a good crack and you feel you're on the battlefield whereas writing is a fairly solitary undertaking. Votes: 0

I have absolutely no skill set that would suggest that I would be able to do directing. If I were able to, I'd like to get into that. Votes: 0

I think I'll always want to write and direct. I'm interested in producing and helping other people tell stories. But I'm still in love with writing and directing. Votes: 0

As a storyteller, when you're writing a movie and when you're directing, you want to keep people entertained. That's the whole point, right? It has to be entertaining. Votes: 0

I love being creative. I love acting, but I also love directing because you get to have a vision for the whole and bring that vision to fruition. Votes: 0

I've been playing the Wolfenstein games since I was a kid, and feel that their outlandish sensibility has deeply influenced my own writing and directing throughout my career. Votes: 0

Black people have been killed for directing their gaze at the wrong person. I want my subjects to reclaim their right to look, to see, to be seen. Votes: 0

The fact is, you don't know what directing is until the sun is setting and you've got to get five shots and you're only going to get two. Votes: 0

It seems to me that we spend an inordinate amount of time and attention on fixing ourselves when we could really be directing that out to serving others, Votes: 0

My directing is really weird. Everything is based on whether it's working or not. I don't try to fix something if it's not working, I'll just change it. Votes: 0

I'm just ah, actually developing a tv show for HBO, and I'm directing a film this summer, and actually I'm doing some live shows out in western Canada. Votes: 0

The fun of directing for me, other than working with the actors, is trying to extract those ideas that you have in your head and make them real. Votes: 0

I love directing because you get to see your film come to life. You get to work with the actors. There's something magical about each piece of it. Votes: 0

I love the freedom of writing and then I love the realization of directing. I can't favor one or the other. I enjoy both parts of the process. Votes: 0

Visualize a sphere, a dome of red energy surrounding you. Feel that you are consciously directing energy from the center of your body, in the area of your naval. Votes: 0

I was always directing; even back when I started on stage. I was always throwing out ideas. I just love creating stories and for some reason people would listen. Votes: 0

Showtime has given new, young filmmakers - black, white, across the board - an opportunity to make films, as well as actors who want to cross over into directing. Votes: 0

On 'Taxi,' I had the great fortune of directing many wonderful episodes, none more classic than Reverend Jim's driving test. It was maybe the funniest show I did. Votes: 0

I started off as a director, so when I see other actors directing, it gives me hope that maybe they'll put me into that position at some point, too. Votes: 0

The truth is, writing and directing are two very different jobs. They're not even remotely the same job. It took me a while, as a director, to understand that. Votes: 0

I've had some success at writing and directing, and I like it. It's infinitely more creative than just acting, and I have things I want to say and do. Votes: 0

I majored in directing. However, I did spend some time at the Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture in Harlem, so I am somewhat well-versed in African Studies. Votes: 0

Writing a novel is a lot like directing a movie because you are creating a world and a tone, you are creating a large canvas and all the details. Votes: 0

I have so many other interests: Writing, acting, directing, real life, I need little pieces of it all to satisfy me. The thirst is deep and I am complicated. Votes: 0

I love doing different things where, for a little while, I can focus on standup then sketch writing, then performing, then directing a video. That, to me, is stimulating. Votes: 0

I like directing. It takes a lot out of you, but I'd like to do it again - I just have to find a story I want to tell. Votes: 0

But even a kid, directing was something that I did. I made short films in school. I feel like I've been in the best film school in the world. Votes: 0

I would consider directing. I think directing myself would be tough, but I'm definitely interested in directing. I might start off directing a play before I move to a film. Votes: 0

The basic principle that we must follow in directing the armies of the Republic is this: that they must feed themselves on war at the expense of the enemy territory. Votes: 0

I wanted to express myself more fully through writing and directing. It just feels like a package deal. Anytime you create anything, you try to exert mastery over your world. Votes: 0

I was never nervous directing. Not once. I'm more nervous acting. I'm far more nervous on set, before I say my lines, than I ever have been, as a director. Votes: 0

I did a film many years ago called The Man Without A Face.Gaby [Hoffmann] was in with Mel Gibson. That was his directing debut. He did a great job. Votes: 0

If I'm going to take my clothes off I figured I might as well do it for something that I'm directing myself since I had complete control of the edit. Votes: 0

I did all my directing when I wrote the screenplay. It was probably harder for a regular director. He probably had to read the script the night before shooting started. Votes: 0

I think the things that I enjoy most about directing theater, or works that are really visceral in terms of comedy and have a sort of rock and roll aesthetic. Votes: 0

Yet, analytical truth is not as mysterious, or as secret, so as to not allow us to see that people with a talent for directing consciences see truth rise spontaneously. Votes: 0

I can't tell you if one day I'll be standing up there with an Oscar or directing, but I am going to be the best human being I possibly can Votes: 0

The planes of light exist. Yoga is a method of unifying the energies of the body, the mind, and the spirit and directing them towards infinity, the planes of light. Votes: 0

You know, episodic TV directing is a very long and arduous job. You have very short schedules, short short shooting days, and you have to get lot of pages done. Votes: 0

I teach film directing, inasmuch as you can. Its not really possible to teach film direction, but I sit there as a sort of testimony of experience and know-how, I suppose. Votes: 0

I teach film directing, inasmuch as you can. It's not really possible to teach film direction, but I sit there as a sort of testimony of experience and know-how, I suppose. Votes: 0

To the extent to which a man is rational, life is the premise directing his actions. To the extent to which he is irrational, the premise directing his actions is death. Votes: 0

Strong leadership demands more than the willingness to use force. It means directing the use of the right tools at the right time for the right purpose and the right cause. Votes: 0

I'm a Mac user. I think it depends on how you were brought up, and I was introduced to Apple quite early. They're certainly the best for visual stuff and film-directing. Votes: 0

I hope always to be busy, even if only directing an orchestra in the pit. However, I should prefer to produce movies or be the directing head of a radio corporation. Votes: 0

I love acting and I still want to do it, but I've such an instinct for directing, it's something that comes naturally to me. It's why I'm here on this planet. Votes: 0

If you're directing, it doesn't really matter any more if it's going straight to TV - what matters is whether you have the resources to make a story that moves you. Votes: 0

When I do a still picture, I'm doing it all by myself with no help. I'm designing everything. I am my own art director. I'm doing everything. I'm directing, editing, whatever. Votes: 0

I look at directing as a sporting event. It's a race, a marathon. It's great when it clicks, which is why I push my crews so hard so we can excel. Votes: 0

I act here and there but you have to commit so far out in advance when you're directing that you - I'm kind of booked six months out, so it's hard. Votes: 0

The idea of directing was something that I always had in the back of my mind, and writing as well. I began to write screenplays when I was in my 20's. Votes: 0

I would love to try my hand at directing and even producing in some kind of way. Something about that intrigues me, but for directing I could completely see myself trying. Votes: 0

I learned a lot, in terms of inspiring people. It became very clear to me, very early on, that directing a movie was a lot like being in a theater company. Votes: 0

I make something I can look at and say, "That's a good piece of work, and there's some terrific directing and acting in it, and you should be proud of it." Votes: 0

I have a new respect for filmmakers, that's for sure, 'cause it's not easy. If I'm allowed to, I'll be directing for the rest of my life. I love the process. Votes: 0

Why not directing? There's no big mystery about it. It's – well, it's just having a point of view and – and a certain amount of selection and taste. Votes: 0

I had worked in this New York theatre company for my first eight or nine years out of college, acting and directing there, and I'd begun to write a little bit. Votes: 0

I had always loved John Ford's pictures. And I came to love him, too, but I was frightened to death working for him. He used the shock treatment while directing me. Votes: 0

Evita' obviously would always be very special to me because it was the first major musical that I did on stage and created in the U.K. with Hal Prince directing. Votes: 0

When you're directing, you're right at the coal face, always exhausted, often emotional - and I'll enjoy being a couple of steps back from that and simply helping where I can. Votes: 0

'Evita' obviously would always be very special to me because it was the first major musical that I did on stage and created in the U.K. with Hal Prince directing. Votes: 0

I'm pretty focused on what I do. I think directing is a very specific talent, and I'm not real big on putting puzzles together, which is basically what a film is. Votes: 0

Some friends of mine who are actors feel directing shuts them down and kills all their impulses, but the worst thing for me is if I feel a director hasn't noticed. Votes: 0

I do love directing. I'm only comfortable working in the independent film arena for a very small budget where I have creative control and I can put my stamp on it. Votes: 0

When I went to Sundance for 'Afternoon Delight,' I came back feeling like I wanted to take my experience that I learned from directing and bring that into a series. Votes: 0

So, if you haven't picked up some tips during an apprenticeship like that, you shouldn't be directing. It doesn't mean you can do it, but it loads you up with information. Votes: 0

When your footsteps and thoughts carry you down the same path your heart and soul are directing you, you will know without a doubt that you are headed in the right direction. Votes: 0

I'm focusing on my efforts behind the camera. I'm doing some producing and directing so that I can make projects for all of the amazing, talented actors and crew that I know. Votes: 0

One of the hardest things about directing is just to be patient and remind yourself that you've been in Week 1 of a rehearsal process yourself, and you know what it feels like. Votes: 0

I'm more lost when I'm not on tour. I'm in a bit of a muddle at nine o'clock - 'Where's the stage?' On tour, there are people directing and supervising you. Votes: 0

There are a lot of male directors who are directing female-driven pieces. I think that its good to get the girl's point of view and they should write stuff that they know. Votes: 0

If I have things my way, over the next few years, I'm going to be doing a lot more directing and a lot less acting. That will be fun for a while. Votes: 0

The hardest part of directing is the choosing. Unlike an actor who can do a variety of work, it is a year of your life, you can't afford to get it wrong. Votes: 0

I have no interest whatsoever in pursuing acting or becoming a mogul. I love writing and directing; I see those two jobs as the most critical in the making of a film. Votes: 0

It's a lot of work that goes into producing and directing and all those kinds of things. It doesn't just happen. It's a lotta work. It's a lot more work than acting. Votes: 0

I think once we started directing separately - we each have different kinds of interests now, and the kinds of movies we want to do. I wouldn't hold your breath for that one. Votes: 0

Normally when people ask me what I do I say I'm an actor, and that's what I always wanted to be and that's the way I approach work even when I'm directing it. Votes: 0

I do not know if it is true that all actors want to direct and all directors want to act, but in 1972 I tried directing and decided I had better stick to acting. Votes: 0

This is one of the benefits, as well as one of the difficulties of directing a member of your family. You know where the buttons are. You can push them if you want. Votes: 0

I directed a half hour comedy pilot, 'Upgrade,' and had one of the best times ever! I had such a great time directing; I would love to get to direct another project. Votes: 0

The idea of directing a film is a strange one for me. I feel anti-mathematical, in a way, in that sense. I don't like when things make sense. I prefer if they don't. Votes: 0

Acting had been a hobby that turned into a career, the directing was a hobby that turned into a career and music just really allowed me to find another way to express myself. Votes: 0

I stopped working a few years ago because I just lost a spark that I'd had before. I thought I'd just try writing, and maybe start directing, but I did it very quietly. Votes: 0

So I wanted to explore all points of view of that, not just the girl's but his point of view as well. Only by directing it could I explore all the points of view. Votes: 0

I think, to Chelsea's [Handler] point, I still need directing because sometimes I go a little bit off beat in a way that it's like, rein it in. I welcome that kind of support. Votes: 0

Anger is a fuel. You need fuel to launch a rocket. But if all you have is fuel without any complex internal mechanism directing it, you don't have a rocket. You have a bomb Votes: 0

I was into writing and directing. I was a bit of a reluctant actor. I would always ask friends to shoot or direct their movies, but then they'd want me to be in them. Votes: 0

I am not the leader; I am a representative of the leader. The leader is the Honorable Elijah Muhammad, whom we believe is very much alive, and is directing me from where he is. Votes: 0

I hope to be acting until I'm playing the role of Grandma, and I'd like to branch out in film - producing, directing, all of it. I'll sleep when no one wants to hire me! Votes: 0