Compromise is the key element. The more constraints you have, the more compromise you have to have. But, I personally believe that, when that happens, you have to get more creative, and you end up with something that is even better.
Thomas Ian NicholasFor me, as an actor, the most challenging thing is creating the character in the beginning because you have to write their backstory. The easy part about doing a sequel is that you've done the film, so you already know their backstory.
Thomas Ian NicholasMaking a movie is like getting married. You're like, "Am I going to marry this project? Am I ready for that kind of commitment?"
Thomas Ian NicholasScheduling is always tough, no matter what the budget size is, and we had our own run-ins with that, on 'Fading of the Cries.'
Thomas Ian Nicholas