In America, they shoot budgets and schedules, and they don`t shoot films any more. There`s more opportunity in Europe to make films that at least have a purity of intent.
I feel safe in saying this, and that is that Peter Weir is without a doubt one of the greatest filmmakers of all time. I`d open a door in a movie for him if he asked me to.
For some ungodly reason, I end up being naked in a lot of stuff. But there is a certain grace and kudos that come with taking your clothes off on the first day, a respect that is given by the rest of the cast.
In America, they shoot budgets and schedules, and they don`t shoot films any more. There`s more opportunity in Europe to make films that at least have a purity of intent.
