Drifting Clouds Cinema Blog: 'Mike Leigh's Golden Rules'

01.01.2016 , James , Uncategorized

1. Never compromise.

2. Only ever accept final cut.

3. Only sign when it’s guaranteed that nobody will interfere at any stage.

4. Rule #3 includes casting. The moment someone insists on a “name”, walk away from the project.

5. Only cast actors you really want.

6. The same applies to the crew.

7. Always have a producer you like and trust.

8. Never make creative decisions prematurely, or for the wrong reasons.

9. Love everybody, and be nice.

10. Don’t cut corners.

11. Keep your sense of humor.

12. Know when to shut up and listen. MM

Drifting Clouds Cinema Blog: ‘Mike Leigh’s Golden Rules’