Quote by Joe Wright

I couldn't be a cameraman or a designer or an actor - I have to be a director because I learned how to do that from my dad.

I couldn't be a cameraman or a designer or an actor - I have

Summary

This quote emphasizes the importance of personal experiences and upbringing in shaping one's career choices. The speaker shares that they have chosen the profession of a director because they have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge from their father. It suggests that the speaker's exposure and guidance from their dad played a pivotal role in honing their directorial abilities, as they might not have been inclined towards other roles such as cameraman, designer, or actor.

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By Joe Wright

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