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Famous Francis Ford Coppola Quotes
“As long as I can make lots of money in other businesses, I'll continue to subsidize my own work.”
“I liked to work in a shop down in the basement and invent things and build gadgets.”
“I think a sequel is a waste of money and time. I think movies should illuminate new stories.”
“I wanted to write and direct movies and not be forced to adapt them from a bestselling book.”
“I was a pretty shy, lonely kid. I blossomed about age 17, when I went to college.”
“I was the kind of kid that had some talents or ability, but it never came out in school.”
“Most filmmakers can't afford to try something out that doesn't work.”
“My film is not a movie; it's not about Vietnam. It is Vietnam.”
“Usually, the stuff that's your best idea or work is going to be attacked the most.”