Every time the crew has rehearsal he's late and every time we shoot a scene, he's late. We've already shot so many scenes for this film that firing him would be detrimental to this film..
He's usually late by around 30-40 minutes. This last shoot, he didn't even show up, which was a first, but called me 6 hours later and said he was in a bad car accident and was really sorry and wanted to know the schedule for the reshoot date so I didn't question his car accident or ask for proof, I just told him it was fine he just needed to let me know sooner. During rehearsals, he really acts like he's interested in the project and when he does finally arrive on the shoot day, he's great to work with and crew members love him. He's a great actor and it would completely kill the film if I were to have to replace him.
So I'm assuming, and I always assume this whenever he's late, that he's just one of those actors that is disorganized prior to shooting and a mess away from the shoot. My friends try to convince me that he doesn't respect the project but I simply won't believe it because if he didn't respect the project, then why would he bother to perform so well acting wise when he does show up? Why would he ask questions during rehearsals to better try and improve his character before shooting days begin? So the only logical explanation that gives me comfort is that he's a mess at home, but organized and respectful on set.
But I want your feedback on what you think of this situation. Thank you
He's usually late by around 30-40 minutes. This last shoot, he didn't even show up, which was a first, but called me 6 hours later and said he was in a bad car accident and was really sorry and wanted to know the schedule for the reshoot date so I didn't question his car accident or ask for proof, I just told him it was fine he just needed to let me know sooner. During rehearsals, he really acts like he's interested in the project and when he does finally arrive on the shoot day, he's great to work with and crew members love him. He's a great actor and it would completely kill the film if I were to have to replace him.
So I'm assuming, and I always assume this whenever he's late, that he's just one of those actors that is disorganized prior to shooting and a mess away from the shoot. My friends try to convince me that he doesn't respect the project but I simply won't believe it because if he didn't respect the project, then why would he bother to perform so well acting wise when he does show up? Why would he ask questions during rehearsals to better try and improve his character before shooting days begin? So the only logical explanation that gives me comfort is that he's a mess at home, but organized and respectful on set.
But I want your feedback on what you think of this situation. Thank you
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