The Men Who Stare At Goats Press Conference - London Film Festival

The transcript discusses a conversation with Grant about a script that had been in Hollywood for a while. Initially, Grant and George read and liked the script but decided not to pursue it. A year later, Grant revisited the script and felt confident about directing it. The discussion also highlights the challenges of getting a screenplay made, especially when it accumulates 'baggage' over time, requiring collaboration and commitment from all involved parties.

Why did Grant and George initially decide not to pursue the script?

• George had already worked on a similar film.

• They didn't like the script.

• The script was too complex to understand.

• They couldn't agree on the script's potential.

What led Grant to reconsider directing the script?

• He was inspired by a similar movie.

• He accidentally came across the script again.

• George convinced him to take it on.

• He received an award for his previous work.

What is a common issue with screenplays that have been around for a while?

• They become outdated and irrelevant.

• They accumulate too many producers and attachments.

• They are often plagiarized.

• They lose their original script.

What is necessary for a film project to succeed despite not being a guaranteed hit?

• A strong marketing campaign.

• Collaboration and willingness to work together.

• A large budget and famous actors.

• A unique and never-before-seen script.

How does the speaker describe the film in comparison to a blockbuster like Transformers?

• It is a high-budget action film.

• It is a guaranteed success.

• It is very similar to Transformers.

• It is not necessarily a slam dunk.