I was inspired by Maya Deren because she was the first woman filmmaker whose films I saw. I also loved Fellini and Goddard because they were so different from Hollywood films. But when I saw the cinema verite films that were made by Drew Associates with Leacock and Pennebaker I found my passion.
Chris HegedusI have always thought that if you can give viewers the sense of being there a story can be very compelling.
Chris HegedusIf you love your craft there will be passion. Most of my films are with people who are really passionate about what they are doing and know how to do something well.
Chris HegedusEven after forty years of directing, shooting and editing films, when I collaborate with a male partner, people still perceive the man as the primary filmmaker.
Chris Hegedus