Filmmaking Is a Mode
Here’s something a lot of filmmakers don’t want to admit: Filmmaking is a mode. It’s not a constant state. It’s not something you can hold onto forever. It’s not always available on demand. And the truth is: You’re not always going to be in that creative mode. You’re not always going to be making films. You’re not always going to feel inspired, productive, or expressive. In fact, life is definitely not optimized for being a prolific filmmaker. Things have a way of…