I was able to lean on people for favors and things to help out because their budget was so low. It was half of what John Travolta’s perk package is on a film. Our whole budget was half of what his staff makes on a film.
Meaning of the quote
In this quote, James Woods is saying that his movie's budget was very small, only half of the money that John Travolta gets as special perks and benefits on a film. In fact, Woods' whole movie budget was even less than what Travolta's staff members make on a film. This shows how movie stars can sometimes get paid much more than the rest of the people working on a movie.
About James Woods
James Woods is an acclaimed American actor known for his intense and fast-talking roles. He has received numerous accolades, including three Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award, and has been nominated for two Academy Awards. Woods has had a diverse career spanning stage, film, and television, with notable roles in movies like ‘The Onion Field’, ‘Salvador’, and ‘Ghosts of Mississippi’.
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I was able to lean on people for favors and things to help out because their budget was so low. It was half of what John Travolta’s perk package is on a film. Our whole budget was half of what his staff makes on a film.
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