Debbie Allen
Everything has to be well thought out - what do you really need, when can you do with less coverage.
Even when you have a big budget, you can't just shoot everything.
But out of limitations comes creativity.
But it was not possible to do this movie, in this matter of time, without a solid rehearsal period.
As one who loves literature, art, music and history, I've been deeply rooted in the Harlem Renaissance for many years.
As far as pacing the shoot is concerned, I know when I've got it. I don't think there's any reason to take ten takes unless you need them.
A director just pushes them a little this way or that way.