ABSTRACT
However, while many film projects fall apart because not enough attention or care was devoted to production management, the converse can also become a problem. Many films wind up feeling lifeless or mechanical because of an overemphasis on line production, to the exclusion of creative inspiration and exploration. It's not unusual for a producer and director to get so wrapped up in logistics, paperwork, and technical factors that important creative steps like visualization, rewriting, and working with the actors get only cursory attention. One must not let the practical side of filmmaking overwhelm the creative side.
