Gotta Do What You Gotta Do

I've never had to "fire" someone. Not that I recollect. But yesterday, I released Quinn from his obligations to my film.

It was tough because I really do think the guy has some talent, but as I told him last night on the phone, I think I caught him at the wrong time. I believe, in all honesty, that he's got some real talent, but he still needs to find himself. To get in touch with his roots. He's incomplete and I think that's hurting him right now.

So, I spoke to the others and let them know, before I spoke to Quinn, about my intentions. My wife was surprised that I went through with it. I kind of am too. But I made my decision, as I told Quinn, for the good of the film.

I made a call early yesterday to line up another audition. A guy who had previously expressed interest and who I was lining up for December's project. I'm hoping that after Christopher, the new audition, we won't have to look anymore.

Of course, that means that I'll have to recast his sister. Ugh.

All this movement has prompted me to push back my start date for the next project by nearly two weeks. I figure that with the extra time, I can get pick up shots and any additional material. I hope that's enough time.

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