In live-action, writing, production and editing happen in discrete stages. In animation, they overlap - happening simultaneously. This allows a real dialogue to occur between the writer, the director, the actors and the editor, and it makes the writing process a lot more collaborative and a lot less lonely.
Michael ArndtOne of my favorite films is LATE SPRING by Yasujiro Ozu. To me, it represents film as art.
Michael ArndtWriting a great script - not just a good one, but a great one - is almost an impossible task.
Michael ArndtIt drives me crazy when people say, "All we're trying to do is create entertainment." I feel like people go to movies for more than that.
Michael Arndt