Handheld camera is approximating what we're seeing when we're looking at each other, and kind of looking around, and your eyes whipping around. It adds an immediacy, where you feel like you are watching something through your own eyes, standing there with them. And that just allows you to take more liberties and have more fun with people's behavior.
Paul FeigThe director is the only person on the set who has seen the film. Your job as a director is to show up every day and know where everything will fit into the film.
Paul FeigAs tempting as it seems to wear tennis shoes with your tux, don't do it. I think it looks ridiculous. If you're 14 years old, maybe give it a shot. In general, don't portray anything that says 'I'm too cool and I don't care.
Paul FeigMan up and add a tux to your wardrobe. Just find one you like and get it well-tailored to your own measurements.
Paul Feig