This has been a really interesting book to read;it features different case studies on differnt successful producers, with them discussing what it is that they think makes a good producer as well as discussing some of the experiences that they have had.
Andrew Macdonald is one of the producers featured and his section was of particular interest to me because I have enjoyed so many of the films that he has made, such as Trainspotting and The Beach.
Macdonald discusses the idea of a 'directing producer', meaning that the producer has a really strong desire to make films; 'you have to have a wish to see them come to life'. He also talks about the differences in working independently or for a production company or studio. When working independently, you are the owner and controller of everything whereas when your working with a studio they see themselves are the producers. There are also further complications because there are more people who have opinions , and generally if a big studio is involved, so will a lot of money, adding further complications.
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