One of the most difficult lessons I learned from making a film is you could have the greatest script in the world but without a name attached to it you’ll be watching it alone. The problem is names cost $$$’s, sometimes more then you’re whole budget is worth so it might be best to get a name that is behind the scenes. Hiring a well known Director of Photography can cost you a great deal less and help to bring talent to your project at a lower cost. Sometimes the budget may not allow you to go that far but having a person with “a name” connected even if it’s to give public support can help gain the needed support you need. This same philosophy goes with any business project where respect is not only earned but gained by paying a star (brand,name etc) to work/stand by your side. Once you gain the name to your project you can become a name yourself and then the fun begins.
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