I'm not good at comparing and contrasting. I take what's in front of me for what it is, although I guess there's something about Paul's realistic writing that is like Cassavetes.
John CassavetesAn artist can accomplish anything provided he doesn't accept facts or defeat for more than a few minutes.
John CassavetesI won't make shorthand films, because I don't want to manipulate audiences into assuming quick, manufactured truths.
John CassavetesDuring the actual filming, Iโm not really listening to dialogue. Iโm watching to see if the actors are communicating something and expressing something. Iโm just watching a conversation. Youโre not aware of exactly what people are saying. You are aware of what they are INTENDING and what kind of feeling is going on in that scene.
John Cassavetes