I have been working in cinema for over 20 years as a director of photography - an artist who works side by side with the director every day, and you know what I can say?
Do not believe those who say that the work of the director is parties, parties and the sweet life! The work of a director is hard labor and self-denial: for 40-60 days of the project, your film crew becomes your big family, where you must solve all problems and disagreements, constantly maneuvering between your creative decisions and budget restrictions!
And if you are a sought-after director - immediately after the completion of one project - another awaits you!
A small fact - most directors sooner or later end up in the...