Damon Albarn - Interview at 'No Distance Left to Run' premiere

Summary

In this video, the speaker reflects on the collaborative nature of filmmaking, acknowledging the efforts of the cast and crew, despite initial reservations about certain individuals involved. Although initially irritated by the presence of two key players, the speaker eventually recognizes their significant contribution to the project. The speaker expresses a mix of emotions upon viewing the final product, which met expectations and made a strong impact. Ultimately, the speaker is focused on celebrating the completed film and its success, without revisiting past doubts or contemplating changes to its conclusion.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker feels that their film represents a collective effort, and while they are not the main star, they acknowledge their role in the process.
• 😀 The speaker mentions the involvement of a few people who were not initially part of the project but should have been, and there is some frustration about this omission.
• 😀 There is an unresolved tension due to the absence of someone important from the film, and this person is upset about not being included.
• 😀 The speaker notes some behind-the-scenes conflicts, mentioning irritations with certain individuals during filming.
• 😀 Despite the tension, the speaker recognizes that the two key people involved in the film ultimately did a great job.
• 😀 The speaker admits to initial skepticism about the two individuals' performances but concedes that they did well after seeing the film two months later.
• 😀 The speaker's feelings evolved after watching the finished product, and they acknowledge the emotional impact of seeing it.
• 😀 There is a mention of the film's ending, but the speaker denies making any changes to it, focusing on celebrating the final version.
• 😀 The speaker expresses a sense of emotional connection with the movie, even though the process was challenging at times.
• 😀 The speaker concludes by emphasizing that they are now just celebrating the completed project, without further revision or changes.

Q & A

What does the speaker mean by saying 'without my film I'm just a little part of it'?

The speaker suggests that their identity and role are strongly tied to the film, and without it, they would feel insignificant or incomplete.

How does the speaker feel about the people who were included in the film?

The speaker initially felt irritated by the presence of certain people in the film, particularly the two individuals who played major roles. However, they later acknowledge that these individuals did a good job.

What is the speaker's reaction to the film's ending?

The speaker denies any change in their opinion about the film's ending, emphasizing that they did not alter their view, but rather celebrated it.

What was the speaker's attitude towards the two major actors during filming?

The speaker was frustrated and concerned about the two major actors during the filming process, but later recognized their good performance.

How did the speaker feel after watching the film about two months ago?

Initially skeptical, the speaker was impressed by the film after watching it two months ago and had to admit that it was a good movie.

What does the speaker say about a person being 'in it' but not being part of the film?

The speaker mentions someone who should have been included in the film but wasn't, and this individual was notably upset by their exclusion.

Why did the speaker feel 'embarrassed' about someone being left out of the film?

The speaker was embarrassed because the person excluded from the film felt their omission was unfair, which created tension and discomfort for the group.

What role does the speaker play in the film?

The speaker seems to be a contributor or involved in the production, but not a central figure in the film itself, as they describe themselves as a 'little part' of it.

What is the 'low bridge' the speaker refers to in the script?

The 'low bridge' appears to be a metaphor for a situation or decision that left someone feeling left out or unimportant, though the context is unclear from the script alone.

How does the speaker describe their feelings towards the two major actors after the film's release?

Despite initial reservations, the speaker ultimately appreciates the work done by the two major actors and acknowledges their contribution to the film's success.