"We had access to too much money, too much equipment, and little by little, we went insane"
- Francis Ford Coppola
About this Quote
In this quote, Francis Ford Coppola is reviewing the making of his renowned movie, "Apocalypse Now." He is acknowledging that during the production, they had an abundance of resources, including a large budget plan and modern devices. Nevertheless, instead of being a positive thing, this excess seemed to have a negative impact on the cast and crew. As they dug deeper into the extreme and disorderly world of the movie, they began to lose touch with truth and their frame of mind weakened. This quote highlights the threats of excess and how it can result in a loss of control and eventually, insanity. It functions as a cautionary tale about the effects of having too much of a great thing.
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