You’re finally on set and about to shoot the big scene… but your lead actor won’t come out of their trailer.
Or they insist on changing the dialogue. Or they no longer want to sit in the car you have prepped for them.
There’s no time for this! What can you do?
First, Breathe
Second, don’t kill your lead actor. It’s not worth the prison time and unfortunately, you’d just have to recast that role anyway.
Now, there are times when a firm hand may be necessary. There are times when you may need to raise your voice and tell an actor or the crew that they need to stop fucking around and get to work. But that shouldn’t be your first, second, or even third option.
So let’s discuss how to avoid becoming that director who yells.
Author: Max Perry
This article comes from No Film School and can be read on the original site.
