A film is a director’s vision… there is, however, much input an actor or actress can have.

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The quote means that even though a movie is mostly the director's idea, the actors and actresses can still have a big say in how the movie turns out. They can use their own creativity and skills to shape their character and the story. The director's vision is important, but the actors and actresses also play a big part in bringing that vision to life.

About Natasha Richardson

Natasha Richardson was a renowned English and American actress who came from the esteemed Redgrave family. She had a successful career, winning prestigious awards for her performances on Broadway, and tragically passed away in 2009 from a skiing accident.

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A film is a director’s vision… there is, however, much input an actor or actress can have.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)

What’s in the movie compared to what we shot is the tip of the iceberg.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)

I’m not the kind of actress that goes home with the character. I mean, you’re thinking about the work or the next day’s scenes, but not staying in character. But as a film goes on, you become more and more fragile, emotionally. And physically too, actually.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)

The degree that these scenes went to… there was a couple of days I was upset… I’d have to hurry back to the girls in the makeup trailer and have a bit of a cry because it messes with your head.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)

I’ve played comedy before but not that much. I mostly do get drawn to darker material.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)

I know the pressures of being the daughter of a great actress. But it’s inspiring. You learn so much that other people don’t get to learn until later on. My father being a director, I learnt a real work ethic.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)

I knew that for this movie to work it had to be very hot and very real, and it wasn’t going to be a case of doing it Hollywood all covered with a nice little sheet.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)

As I grew up in that world and saw how much it affected her world and how much it affected our childhood, it made me very aware of politics. Of course, I have my own private feelings and thoughts, but I don’t care to share them.

Natasha Richardson

British actress (1963-2009)