Is it a sin to become a director, when you were a film critic (which I did for 10 years)? Some people seem to have problems with that, although I don't know why.
The same problem with literary critics who become novelists themselves. Why not?
It seems to me that both critic and director practice a profession, it is not an identity for life.
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I actually don't see a problem with that.
As long as the person is competent to do a job and they are working to improve their skills. I think it's great.
In fact I think you might have an advantage in some way since you already know to avoid some mistakes, but on the other hand the danger exists that you could be too critical towards your own work or be afraid to think out of the box.
In either case congratulations and smooth sailing.
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I don't see the issue. We all know that critics wish they were directors, which is why they are critics and why (generally) their opinions don't count for much to people in the industry. Become a director and story-teller and you'll begin questioning much of your past opinions as a critic.
The irony: a former film critic is worried about critics.
Like the old saying, "Those who can, do; those who can't, teach. '"
Good luck!
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I think you should consider it. Trauffaut did it!
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Yes, the sinners are the winners. Welcome on board.
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Welcome! Being diverse is a blessing and gift.
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It's not a problem at all! The bar will be set higher for you, of course, because the assumption is you know what you're doing and won't make the same mistakes, but don't pay that any mind. Do you, do your best, get the film done, and celebrate the transition into a creative life!
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Depends if you want to make "Dutch orientated movies. I would say go for it!
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Thanks for your encouraging words, Rutger. And do you think Dutch oriented movies do add something in the wordwide landscape of movies... or the contrary?
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Frank, of course they add something. We made some pretty good movies (we successfully sold). Not many, but still. And even if -- in general -- only we we Dutch like our movies, that's fine. I think a filmmaker should make the movie he/she wants to, not thinking about culture at all. Let what sparks your idea be fresh, be yourself, not your culture. Outgrow your culture. Don't let it hamper your though process, your brainstorming abilities.