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Director Quotes

What it takes to call yourself a director, and what it costs.

These quotes focus on the identity of directing - one insists on owning the title of filmmaker rather than hiding behind lesser labels, while another admits not wanting the weight of leading hundreds of people. Related: Directing.

I was a director and dialogue and acting coach.

Quotes by Adriana Barraza

Habib Faisal is a wonderful director.

Quotes by Aditya Roy Kapur

In general, a film's delay is disheartening for actors, but it's harder on the director and the producer who have been on the project for longer than anyone else. While actors move on to other projects, the film's makers don't.

Quotes by Aditi Rao Hydari

All you can really do as director is sort of set a tone.

Quotes by Adam McKay

Directed Quotes

There's no such thing as a non-final cut director.

Quotes by Abel Ferrara

I worked at Planned Parenthood for eight years, rising through the ranks from volunteer escort to clinic counselor to clinic director.

Quotes by Abby Johnson

I feel as if I've been fairly successful with maintaining a cohesive tone between the work I make as a photographer and as a director.

Quotes by Aaron Ruell

I don't want to be a director, or to have responsibility for hundreds of people.

Quotes by Zoe Wanamaker

I'm incredibly proud to be the first trans director to be nominated for an Oscar.

Quotes by Yance Ford

Directing Quotes

I'm a performer, comedian, entertainer, writer and director.

Quotes by William Shatner

A director is a choreographer, both politically and creatively.

Quotes by William Shatner

I'm not aware that I was consciously influenced by any director, though these things often happen unnoticed, submerged in the unconscious.

Quotes by William Peter Blatty

The thing is David is also aware of everything and it's not like you're going somewhere the director is not.

Quotes by William Hurt

No NSA director did as much damage to the agency as Gen. Michael V. Hayden.

Quotes by William Binney

Directors Quotes

I learned that you have to say that you're a filmmaker. You're not a screenwriter; you're not a director for hire. You've got to take charge. You're a filmmaker, and you're going to make a film.

Quotes by Whit Stillman

I conceived the original 'Deus Ex' and was the project director on the game.

Quotes by Warren Spector

I would first recommend we appoint a Police Director that commands the respect of the rank and file.

Quotes by Vincent Frank

To be a showrunner and a director is beyond exhausting.

Quotes by Vikramaditya Motwane

All my films have turned out well only because of the director's brilliance, not because of me.

Quotes by Vijay Sethupathi

Film Quotes

The director had come to Madrid to court me.

Quotes by Victoria Abril

Frequently Asked Questions

What different kinds of "director" roles come up in this collection?
Several - film directing, game project direction, and a couple of personal reflections on wanting (or not wanting) that kind of responsibility and title.
Is there a quote about claiming the "filmmaker" title with confidence?
Yes - "I learned that you have to say that you're a filmmaker. You're not a screenwriter; you're not a director for hire. You've got to take charge. You're a filmmaker, and you're going to make a film," advice about owning your creative identity rather than hedging it.
Is there a quote from someone who doesn't want to direct?
Yes - "I don't want to be a director, or to have responsibility for hundreds of people," an honest admission that not everyone wants that level of responsibility, even in a creative field.
Is there a quote about directing a video game rather than a film?
Yes - "I conceived the original 'Deus Ex' and was the project director on the game," a specific credit from the games industry rather than film.
Is there a quote celebrating a historic milestone for directors?
Yes - "I'm incredibly proud to be the first trans director to be nominated for an Oscar," a proud, direct statement marking a genuine first for trans representation in the industry. See also our Directors quotes or Leadership quotes pages.

There's also a genuinely notable milestone referenced here, a barrier-breaking directing achievement tied to a major awards nomination. See Directors or Film.