Michael Pitt Quotes

When actors give their input, it can be very ego-driven, and directors are scared of that.

Michael Pitt

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• Directors
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• When actors give their input, it can be very ego-driven, and directors are scared of that.

  

  Michael Pitt
  • Actors
  • Ego
  • Directors